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Mortgage Rates Drop for Second Straight Week
The 30-year fixed-rate averaged 6.19% as of Dec. 4. Continue Reading Mortgage Rates Drop for Second Straight Week
Mortgage Rates Drop for Second Straight Week
The 30-year fixed-rate averaged 6.19% as of Dec. 4. Continue Reading Mortgage Rates Drop for Second Straight Week
Canadian Home Sales at 4-Year High for the Month of September
Home sales across Canada were down by 1.7% month-over-month during September, marking the first decline six months. However, activity was also 5.2% above September 2024 and, last month was the best September for sales since 2021. According to data from the Canadian...
Fathom Holdings Acquires Start Real Estate
The real estate services platform Fathom Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: FTHM) has acquired Start Real Estate, a residential brokerage focused on first-time homebuyers. Headquartered in Colorado, with recent expansion into Utah, Start Real Estate's 70 agents are expected to...
New Home Purchase Mortgage Applications Up 2% in September
Mortgage applications for new home purchases increased 2% in September compared to one year earlier, according to data from the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA). On a month-over-month measurement, applications declined by 5%. The MBA estimated new single-family home...
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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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Webstar Technology Group to Tokenize Real Estate Assets
The Atlanta-headquartered real estate development company Webstar Technology Group (OTCMKTS: WBSR) announced a strategic initiative to integrate cryptocurrency tokenization into its current and future real estate ventures. The company said it will utilize blockchain...
Caribbean-Focused Blue Mahoe Capital Secures Nasdaq Ticker
“Reserving a ticker symbol is an exciting milestone as we explore the possibility of listing on a major US exchange,” said David Mullings, chairman and CEO. Continue Reading Caribbean-Focused Blue Mahoe Capital Secures Nasdaq Ticker
Report: Female Real Estate Agents in Tampa Bay Harassed by Foot Fetish Fiend at Open Houses
Female real estate agents in Florida’s Tampa Bay are dealing with a highly unusual problem – a man who shows up at their open houses and conspires to find an excuse to touch or caress their feet. WFLA.com interviewed agent Angela Julian, who encountered the foot...
Compass Sues NWMLS, Citing ‘Monopolistic’ and ‘Anticompetitive’ Policies
NWMLS did not immediately comment on the lawsuit. Continue Reading Compass Sues NWMLS, Citing ‘Monopolistic’ and ‘Anticompetitive’ Policies
DOJ Files Statement of Interest to Support North Carolina Church in Land Use Case
The church uses a high school for its services. Continue Reading DOJ Files Statement of Interest to Support North Carolina Church in Land Use Case
Houston’s ‘Darth Vader House’ Sells for $3.4 Million
The property has been on and off the market for the last three years. Continue Reading Houston’s ‘Darth Vader House’ Sells for $3.4 Million
Obama’s Former Martha’s Vineyard Rental Listed at $39 Million
The Obamas rented the property during the summers of 2009, 2010 and 2011 at $50,000 per week. Continue Reading Obama’s Former Martha’s Vineyard Rental Listed at $39 Million
Bankrupt Canadian Retailer Hudson’s Bay to Shutter 7 Remaining Stores
Hudson’s Bay filed for creditor protection earlier in March, owing $950 million to nearly 2,000 secured and unsecured creditors. Continue Reading Bankrupt Canadian Retailer Hudson’s Bay to Shutter 7 Remaining Stores
Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of April 21-25
This week’s Hits and Misses feature homebuyers who regret their purchase, a new approach to data center development, and another attempt to combat homelessness. Continue Reading Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of April 21-25
‘Fixer Upper’ Carpenter Clint Harp Leaving TV to Become a Realtor
“New journey. New chapter,” said Harp in an Instagram post. Continue Reading ‘Fixer Upper’ Carpenter Clint Harp Leaving TV to Become a Realtor
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