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CFPB to Continue Regulatory Operations into 2026
Last week, the White House nominated Stuart Levenbach, an associate director in the Office of Management and Budget, to become the next CFPB director. Continue Reading CFPB to Continue Regulatory Operations into 2026
CFPB to Continue Regulatory Operations into 2026
Last week, the White House nominated Stuart Levenbach, an associate director in the Office of Management and Budget, to become the next CFPB director. Continue Reading CFPB to Continue Regulatory Operations into 2026
FinCEN Delays Implementing Residential Real Estate Transfers Rule
The Department of the Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) is postponing the reporting requirements of its Anti-Money Laundering Regulations for Residential Real Estate Transfers Rule (RRE Rule) until March 1, 2026. The RRE rule mandates that...
Gov. DeSantis Announces Miami Site as Future Home of Trump Presidential Library
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has announced a 2.63-acre parcel in Miami has been designated to become the site of the Trump Presidential Library. The parcel is currently utilized as an employee parking lot for Miami Dade College’s Wolfson Campus, and it is adjacent to the...
FTC Sues Zillow and Redfin Over ‘Unlawful Agreement’ on Rental Housing Listings
The Federal Trade Commission has filed a lawsuit against Zillow (NASDAQ: Z, ZG) and the Rocket Companies (NYSE: RKT) for what the agency described as “an unlawful agreement that eliminates Redfin as a competitor in the market for placing advertising of rental housing...
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Experian Updates System to Enable Review of Consumer Rent Histories and Payments
“We’re helping renters take control of their housing journey,” said Manjit Sohal, vice president of product management for Experian Housing. Continue Reading Experian Updates System to Enable Review of Consumer Rent Histories and Payments
Crittora Introduces Tool for Combating Wire Fraud in Real Estate Closings
The new platform’s features include identity-locked encryption that only allows the intended recipient to access a document. Continue Reading Crittora Introduces Tool for Combating Wire Fraud in Real Estate Closings
Mortgage Application Activity Drops by 1.2%
The FHA share of total applications increased to 19.9% from 19.1% the week prior. Continue Reading Mortgage Application Activity Drops by 1.2%
PennyMac Correspondent Group to Launch Non-QM Products
Pennymac intends to retain servicing on all non-QM products. Continue Reading PennyMac Correspondent Group to Launch Non-QM Products
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Maine Home Sales up 6.51%
A total of 753 home sales were closed in Maine last month, a 6.51% increase from the 707 sales transacted in February 2024. According to data from the Main Association of Realtors, the statewide median sales price for those sales was $381,500, a 9% jump from the...
Andrew Cuomo’s NYC Mayoral Bid Attracts Wealthy Real Estate Donors
Cuomo resigned as New York governor in 2020 amid sexual harassment allegations. Continue Reading Andrew Cuomo’s NYC Mayoral Bid Attracts Wealthy Real Estate Donors
Stephen M. Green, EVP/CIO at NHP Foundation, Dies at 70
He served as director of capital programs for the District of Columbia Housing Authority. Continue Reading Stephen M. Green, EVP/CIO at NHP Foundation, Dies at 70
Kolter Homes Unveils New 55+ Community in Florida
The community will feature over 800 homes. Continue Reading Kolter Homes Unveils New 55+ Community in Florida
UK Government Plans to Build 18,000 New Social and Affordable Homes by 2029
The announcement follows government plans to train 60,000 construction workers to address a worker shortage in that sector. Continue Reading UK Government Plans to Build 18,000 New Social and Affordable Homes by 2029
FHFA’s Pulte Rescinds Five Biden-Era Housing Policy Actions
Pulte announced his actions in photographs of the paper-based orders posted to his personal X account. Continue Reading FHFA’s Pulte Rescinds Five Biden-Era Housing Policy Actions
Sluggish Refinance Activity Drives Down Mortgage Application Levels
The Refinance Index decreased 5% from the previous week, although it was 63% higher than the same week one year ago. Continue Reading Sluggish Refinance Activity Drives Down Mortgage Application Levels
Nest Seekers Launches Art Brokerage Affiliate
Nest Collections was created in partnership with Studio Kasa founder Josh Kasper. Continue Reading Nest Seekers Launches Art Brokerage Affiliate
Dollar Tree Sells Family Dollar Retail Chain for $1 Billion
Dollar Tree acquired Family Dollar for more than $8 billion in 2015. Continue Reading Dollar Tree Sells Family Dollar Retail Chain for $1 Billion
Hilton’s Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts to Open First Texas Resort
The new resort is slated to open in 2027. Continue Reading Hilton’s Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts to Open First Texas Resort
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