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Mortgage Application Activity Remains Mostly Flat
“The government purchase index, which includes FHA, VA, and USDA applications, increased 9 percent and had the strongest week since 2023,” said MBA’s Joel Kan. Continue Reading Mortgage Application Activity Remains Mostly Flat
Mortgage Application Activity Remains Mostly Flat
“The government purchase index, which includes FHA, VA, and USDA applications, increased 9 percent and had the strongest week since 2023,” said MBA’s Joel Kan. Continue Reading Mortgage Application Activity Remains Mostly Flat
Second Prosecutor Balks at Trump Pressure to Indict Letitia James for Mortgage Fraud
Another prosecutor in the US Attorney’s Office Eastern District of Virginia may soon face the choice of resigning or being fired for balking at President Trump’s demands to indict New York Attorney General Letitia James on mortgage fraud charges relating to a property...
The Best and Worst Cities for Driving Are…
The journey from Points A to B can either be a pleasure trip or a pain in the you-know-what, depending on the local traffic. The number crunchers at WalletHub compared the 100 largest US cities based on 30 key road-related metrics for their new report “2025's Best...
Clarion Partners Expands into Senior Housing Sector
Clarion Partners, a New York City-based real estate investment manager, has expanded into the senior housing sector with its acquisition of Sancerre at Atlee Station from NexCore Group and its wholly owned subsidiary Experience Senior Living and its Sancerre brand. As...
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Ohio Lawmakers Offer Bill to Prevent Foreclosure on Senior Homeowners
“We have heard from our constituents, calling with real fear of being taxed out of their homes,” said Adam Mathews. Continue Reading Ohio Lawmakers Offer Bill to Prevent Foreclosure on Senior Homeowners
Opendoor Names Kaz Nejatian as New CEO
He replaces Carrie Wheeler, who stepped down last month. Continue Reading Opendoor Names Kaz Nejatian as New CEO
Bright MLS: Mid-Atlantic Home Sales Down in August
There were 6,000 sales in August across the Philadelphia metro area, a 1.7% drop from last August. Continue Reading Bright MLS: Mid-Atlantic Home Sales Down in August
TransUnion: More People Sharing Rent Payment Data with Credit Reporting Agencies
The report found more than half of renters (57%) are more likely to rent from a property manager who reports payments. Continue Reading TransUnion: More People Sharing Rent Payment Data with Credit Reporting Agencies
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Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of April 7-11
Selling stocks to buy a house, the continued delay on confirming the new CFPB director, and layoffs at Fannie Mae. Continue Reading Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of April 7-11
Kansas Real Estate Agent Indicted for Tax Evasion and Wire Fraud
By 2020, Michelle O’Connor owed the IRS nearly $500,000 in taxes, penalties, and interest. Continue Reading Kansas Real Estate Agent Indicted for Tax Evasion and Wire Fraud
Cincinnati Bengals Want $350 Million from Ohio to Renovate Stadium
The NFL’s Cincinnati Bengals and the commissioners of Ohio’s Hamilton County are asking the state government for $350 million for what they describe as an “overhaul of Paycor Stadium.” The Cincinnati Business Courier reports the requested money would cover 42% of an...
New Jersey Shopping Plaza Sells for $44 Million
The property is approximately 90% leased and anchored by Aldi, Burlington and Urban Air. Continue Reading New Jersey Shopping Plaza Sells for $44 Million
Finland Passes Law Banning Russians from Buying Real Estate
Minister of Defense Antti Häkkänen said, “This decision sends a clear message — we will not allow Finland to be undermined.” Continue Reading Finland Passes Law Banning Russians from Buying Real Estate
Two Illinois MLSs Team on Data-Sharing Partnership
“This is a major step toward improving real estate collaboration,” said MRED President and CEO Rebecca Jensen. Continue Reading Two Illinois MLSs Team on Data-Sharing Partnership
Home Price Increases Slowed for the Third Consecutive Month
Prices have increased for 21 consecutive months, with price appreciation peaking at 5.6% in December. Continue Reading Home Price Increases Slowed for the Third Consecutive Month
New Bipartisan Effort to Upgrade Affordable Housing Credit Program
Reps. Darin LaHood (R-IL), Suzan DelBene (D-WA) reintroduced the bill. Continue Reading New Bipartisan Effort to Upgrade Affordable Housing Credit Program
Airbnb’s SuperPAC Aims $5 Million at NYC Election Campaigns
Airbnb has yet to financially back any of the candidates for mayor. Continue Reading Airbnb’s SuperPAC Aims $5 Million at NYC Election Campaigns
Toronto Office Building to Become Loft-Style Residential Property
The e-lofts are being aimed at “young professionals, creatives, and urban families seeking a dynamic live/work lifestyle.” Continue Reading Toronto Office Building to Become Loft-Style Residential Property
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