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RealPage Sues to Block New York State Law Banning Algorithmic Rent-Setting Software
The company argues the new law (S7882/A1417) represents a challenge to free speech and repeats false claims regarding its revenue management software. Continue Reading RealPage Sues to Block New York State Law Banning Algorithmic Rent-Setting Software
RealPage Sues to Block New York State Law Banning Algorithmic Rent-Setting Software
The company argues the new law (S7882/A1417) represents a challenge to free speech and repeats false claims regarding its revenue management software. Continue Reading RealPage Sues to Block New York State Law Banning Algorithmic Rent-Setting Software
Michigan Woman Charged with 10 Felonies in Real Estate Fraud Schemes
A Michigan woman has been charged with 10 felonies for selling homes she did not own. Since early 2024, Amanda Escalante-Lopez, a 28-year-old resident of Pontiac, allegedly made several verbal agreements for land contracts and title to homes that she did not own. The...
The Agency Opens New Office in Savannah
The real estate brokerage The Agency has opened its second Georgia location and with a new office in Savannah. The Agency Savannah will be led by Managing Partners Alison Melton and Courtney Heidik. Melton is also the managing partner of The Agency Hilton Head and The...
UWM and Bilt Partner on Rewards Program for Mortgage Payments
United Wholesale Mortgage (UWM) has announced a new partnership with Bilt, the housing and neighborhood loyalty platform. According to the companies, UWM is the first mortgage platform that will allow its loan customers to earn Bilt Points with every on-time mortgage...
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Developers of Manhattan’s Mixed-Use Freedom Plaza Commit to 1,080 Affordable Housing Units
The five-acre site will stretch from 38th to 41st Streets on First Avenue, just south of the United Nations headquarters complex Continue Reading Developers of Manhattan’s Mixed-Use Freedom Plaza Commit to 1,080 Affordable Housing Units
Chinese EB-5 Investors File Fraud Lawsuit Tied to Northern Marianas Casino-Resort Project
The Northern Marianas is a US commonwealth in the Western Pacific Ocean, north of Guam and roughly 3,800 miles west of Hawaii. Continue Reading Chinese EB-5 Investors File Fraud Lawsuit Tied to Northern Marianas Casino-Resort Project
Report: US Attorney Plans to Resign Under Trump Pressure for Not Bringing Mortgage Fraud Charges Against Letitia James
When a reporter asked if he would fire Siebert, Trump answered, “Yeah, I want him out.” Continue Reading Report: US Attorney Plans to Resign Under Trump Pressure for Not Bringing Mortgage Fraud Charges Against Letitia James
Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of Sept. 15-18
Curious new legislation to encourage affordable housing, Treasury Secretary Bessent’s unlikely sense of humor, and Robert Redford’s impact on Utah real estate. Continue Reading Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of Sept. 15-18
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Mortgage Credit Availability Holds Steady
“Overall levels of credit supply remain tight but have generally grown since 2023,” said MBA’s Joel Kan. Continue Reading Mortgage Credit Availability Holds Steady
Alexander Brothers Face Wider Indictments in Sex Trafficking Case
The brothers’ defense lawyers rebuked the charges. Continue Reading Alexander Brothers Face Wider Indictments in Sex Trafficking Case
FirstService Residential Acquires Core Real Estate Group
The financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. Continue Reading FirstService Residential Acquires Core Real Estate Group
Mortgage Fraud Criminal Probe Opened Against NY AG Letitia James
James called the allegations “baseless” and claimed it was part of President Trump’s “revenge tour.” Continue Reading Mortgage Fraud Criminal Probe Opened Against NY AG Letitia James
Hilltop Residential Launches Multifamily Development Division
The company has appointed Eric Overton as managing partner of Hilltop Residential Development. Continue Reading Hilltop Residential Launches Multifamily Development Division
Second Home Mortgage Origination at 7-Year Low
Demand for vacation homes is falling fastest in Florida. Continue Reading Second Home Mortgage Origination at 7-Year Low
LPT Holdings Debuts Aperture Global Real Estate as Luxury Brand
The new brand is being rolled out in 15 states and four international cities. Continue Reading LPT Holdings Debuts Aperture Global Real Estate as Luxury Brand
Mortgage Rates Remain Flat
Sam Khater, Freddie Mac’s chief economist, noted that “rates are lower and have remained stable for weeks.” Continue Reading Mortgage Rates Remain Flat
NAR: Q1 Home Prices Up in 83% of Metro Markets
“Most metro markets continue to set new record highs for home prices,” said NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun. Continue Reading NAR: Q1 Home Prices Up in 83% of Metro Markets
Q1 Home Equity Levels Down Slightly
The level of equity richness in homes was down in 47 states and the District of Columbia on a quarter-over-quarter basis. Continue Reading Q1 Home Equity Levels Down Slightly
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