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Execution Date Set for Killer of 2 Georgia Realtors
Stacey Ian Humphreys will be put to death by lethal injection on Dec. 17. Continue Reading Execution Date Set for Killer of 2 Georgia Realtors
Execution Date Set for Killer of 2 Georgia Realtors
Stacey Ian Humphreys will be put to death by lethal injection on Dec. 17. Continue Reading Execution Date Set for Killer of 2 Georgia Realtors
Howard Hanna Acquires Manhattan’s Elegran Real Estate
Pittsburgh-headquartered Howard Hanna Real Estate Services, the nation’s fifth-largest real estate company, has announced its acquisition of Manhattan-based Elegran Real Estate. The financial details of the deal were not disclosed. Elegran agents will join Howard...
91-Unit Rental Home Community Opens in Edmonton
A new 91-unit rental home community has opened in Edmonton, Alberta. The Parkside North Townhomes were built on the former military base Griesbach Barracks. The development was funded with $44.9 million provided by Canada’s federal government, Canada Lands and the...
Mortgage Rates Take Another Tumble
Mortgage rates declined for the second straight week, according to the Primary Mortgage Market Survey published by Freddie Mac (OTCQB: FMCC). The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.27% as of Oct. 16, down from last week when it averaged 6.30%. A year ago at this...
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Matthew Abrusci Named EVP and General Counsel at Freddie Mac
He was previously general counsel at Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG) Americas. Continue Reading Matthew Abrusci Named EVP and General Counsel at Freddie Mac
Housing Supply Drops to 2-Year Low
Redfin attributed the decline to sellers responding to sluggish homebuyer activity, with sales far below pre-pandemic levels. Continue Reading Housing Supply Drops to 2-Year Low
Compass Acquires Anywhere Real Estate for $1.6 Billion in All-Stock Transaction
This transaction will bring together approximately 340,000 real estate professionals globally onto a shared network operating in every major US city and approximately 120 countries and territories. Continue Reading Compass Acquires Anywhere Real Estate for $1.6 Billion in All-Stock Transaction
Peachtree Group Recruits Billy Gilchrist as SVP of Originations
In his new role, Gilchrist will be responsible for originating commercial real estate and hotel investments across Peachtree’s lending platform. Continue Reading Peachtree Group Recruits Billy Gilchrist as SVP of Originations
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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
Commercial Real Estate Mortgage Borrowing and Lending Up 16% in 2024
Depositories were the leading capital source for the sector’s mortgage debt last year. Continue Reading Commercial Real Estate Mortgage Borrowing and Lending Up 16% in 2024
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