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A Phil Hall Op-Ed: Hattie McDaniel’s Fight Against Housing Discrimination
An observance of the 80th anniversary of a housing discrimination fight led by the Oscar-winning actress. Continue Reading A Phil Hall Op-Ed: Hattie McDaniel’s Fight Against Housing Discrimination
A Phil Hall Op-Ed: Hattie McDaniel’s Fight Against Housing Discrimination
An observance of the 80th anniversary of a housing discrimination fight led by the Oscar-winning actress. Continue Reading A Phil Hall Op-Ed: Hattie McDaniel’s Fight Against Housing Discrimination
Forecast: Single-Family Mortgage Origination to Reach $2.2 Trillion in 2026
Single-family mortgage origination volume is expected to increase from $2 trillion in 2025 to $2.2 trillion in 2026, according to a new forecast from the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA). The trade group is also predicting purchase originations will increase 7.7% to...
The Safest US City for 2025 Is…
WalletHub has released its report on 2025's Safest Cities in America, highlighting where people are at the lowest risk of physical and financial harm. To determine its rankings, WalletHub compared 182 cities — including the 150 most populated U.S. cities, plus at...
Report: More Homes Selling at Discounted Prices
Only one-quarter of homes sold in September (25.3%) went for more than their final list price, according to data from Redfin. That share is down from 28.5% one year earlier and marked the lowest September level in six years. September’s average sale-to-list-price...
NEWS & CURRENT EVENTS
Mortgage Rates Inch Up Slightly
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.30% as of Sept. 25, up from last week when it averaged 6.26%. Continue Reading Mortgage Rates Inch Up Slightly
Existing Home Sales Remain Flat
“Home sales have been sluggish over the past few years due to elevated mortgage rates and limited inventory,” said NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun. Continue Reading Existing Home Sales Remain Flat
Report: Housing in Q3 Grows Less Affordable Across Most of the Country
The nation hit a new record high median home price of $375,000 in the third quarter. Continue Reading Report: Housing in Q3 Grows Less Affordable Across Most of the Country
Trophy Signature Homes Unveils New Community in Dallas Suburb
Earlier this year, the US Census Bureau named Princeton, Texas, as the nation’s fastest growing city Continue Reading Trophy Signature Homes Unveils New Community in Dallas Suburb
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A Phil Hall Op-Ed: The New Wave of Taxpayer-Funded Stadiums
Editor Phil Hall questions if taxpayers should be financing new privately-owned stadium projects. Continue Reading A Phil Hall Op-Ed: The New Wave of Taxpayer-Funded Stadiums
Mortgage Lender Lower Acquires Real Estate Portal Movoto
The Austin-based Movoto bills itself as the largest privately-owned residential real estate search website. Continue Reading Mortgage Lender Lower Acquires Real Estate Portal Movoto
Indiana Home Sales Up 12%
Homes sold for a statewide median price of $263,000 in April, up 5% year-over-year. Continue Reading Indiana Home Sales Up 12%
Shake Shack Expands Into Central America, Opening 12 Eateries in Panama
“Bringing Shake Shack to Central America marks a major milestone as we continue to grow globally,” said Michael Kark, president of global licensing. Continue Reading Shake Shack Expands Into Central America, Opening 12 Eateries in Panama
PROREIT Pays $96.5 Million for 6-Asset Industrial Property Portfolio
The portfolio is currently 99.7% leased to a roster of 26 tenants. Continue Reading PROREIT Pays $96.5 Million for 6-Asset Industrial Property Portfolio
The Cheapest Metro Area for Buying a Home Is…
The Rust Belt and the South dominate the top 10 list. Continue Reading The Cheapest Metro Area for Buying a Home Is…
Homelessness Advocacy Groups Blast Newsom in Blaming Cities for Encampments
“There’s nothing compassionate about letting people die on the streets,” said Newsom in a statement. Continue Reading Homelessness Advocacy Groups Blast Newsom in Blaming Cities for Encampments
Patel Real Estate Holdings Tokenizes Multifamily Properties on Chintai Blockchain
“This fund represents a significant milestone in the evolution of real estate investing,” said Tejas Patel, president of Patel Real Estate Holdings. Continue Reading Patel Real Estate Holdings Tokenizes Multifamily Properties on Chintai Blockchain
Appraisal Institute VP Steps Away from Public Duties After Accusations of Sexual Harassment
Craig Steinley has not resigned, nor has the Appraisal Institute forced him to give up his position. Continue Reading Appraisal Institute VP Steps Away from Public Duties After Accusations of Sexual Harassment
Edmonton Condo Complex Evacuated Over Collapse Concerns Sold for $5.1 Million
Castledowns Pointe was built in 1999, but the complex’s problems became visible when acute structural flaws were discovered in 2023. Continue Reading Edmonton Condo Complex Evacuated Over Collapse Concerns Sold for $5.1 Million
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