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New Bill Would End Biden-Era Environmental Policies Impacting the Housing Market
Rep. Andy Biggs (R-AZ) introduced companion legislation in the House of Representatives. Continue Reading New Bill Would End Biden-Era Environmental Policies Impacting the Housing Market
New Bill Would End Biden-Era Environmental Policies Impacting the Housing Market
Rep. Andy Biggs (R-AZ) introduced companion legislation in the House of Representatives. Continue Reading New Bill Would End Biden-Era Environmental Policies Impacting the Housing Market
Supreme Court Rules Lisa Cook Can Stay at the Fed for Now
The US Supreme Court ruled that Federal Reserve Gov. Lisa Cook can remain in her position until it reviews the case over whether President Trump has the authority to remove her based on accusations of mortgage fraud. The court will hear the arguments in this case in...
Mortgage Application Activity Drops by Nearly 13%
Mortgage application activity slowed dramatically during the week ending Sept. 26, according to data from the Mortgage Bankers Association. The Market Composite Index, the MBA’s measure of mortgage loan application volume, dropped by 12.7% on a seasonally adjusted...
NAR Warns of Disruptions to NFIP if Government Shutdown Drags On
The National Association of Realtors (NAR) has warned that a prolonged shutdown of the federal government will imperil the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). NAR noted that the shutdown has resulted in the halting of NFIP’s authority to issue new policies, which...
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San Francisco Mayor Supports Parcel Tax on Properties to Fund Ailing Mass Transit System
“We believe that a parcel tax is the best mechanism to generate the level of funding needed to support Muni service,” said Mayor Lurie. Continue Reading San Francisco Mayor Supports Parcel Tax on Properties to Fund Ailing Mass Transit System
Report: 1 in 4 Homes Exposed to Acute Climate Risks
“Climate risks are no longer a distant threat for U.S. housing—they are a present reality that put a large chunk of US real estate value at risk,” said Danielle Hale, chief economist at Realtor.com. Continue Reading Report: 1 in 4 Homes Exposed to Acute Climate Risks
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
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CoreLogic Rebrands as Cotality
The company has the new trademarked tagline “Intelligence beyond bounds.” Continue Reading CoreLogic Rebrands as Cotality
Report: Post-Wildfires Home Sales Down Significantly in Altadena and Pacific Palisades
Sale prices dropped in Altadena and rose in the Palisades last month. Continue Reading Report: Post-Wildfires Home Sales Down Significantly in Altadena and Pacific Palisades
Polymesh and Ocree Tokenize Canadian Commercial Property
The inaugural listing is a 156-unit Class A multifamily development in Winnipeg. Continue Reading Polymesh and Ocree Tokenize Canadian Commercial Property
Zillow: Sellers with Privately Listed Homes Typically Lost Nearly $5,000
Zillow’s survey data found Hispanic and Black home sellers are more often guided toward listing their homes privately by agents. Continue Reading Zillow: Sellers with Privately Listed Homes Typically Lost Nearly $5,000
JLL Acquires Renewable Energy Investment Banking Firm
The financial aspects of the acquisition were not disclosed Continue Reading JLL Acquires Renewable Energy Investment Banking Firm
Placemakr to Open Pop-Up Hotel at DC Apartment Complex
This launch follows Placemakr’s recent pop-up experience in Santa Clara, California. Continue Reading Placemakr to Open Pop-Up Hotel at DC Apartment Complex
NAMB in Partnership with The Appraisal Foundation
NAMB stated it is the first mortgage-related association to join the Appraisal Foundation’s Partner Program. Continue Reading NAMB in Partnership with The Appraisal Foundation
Report: Gen Z and Millennial Homeownership Rates Plateaued in 2024
72.9% of Gen Xers owned their home in 2024, up from 72% in 2023. Continue Reading Report: Gen Z and Millennial Homeownership Rates Plateaued in 2024
Hudson’s Bay, Canada’s Oldest Retailer, to Close Nearly All Stores
Hudson’s Bay retained the right to remove some locations from the liquidation list if it can secure a deal. Continue Reading Hudson’s Bay, Canada’s Oldest Retailer, to Close Nearly All Stores
New Alabama Law Changes Timing of Buyer Agreements
“Great news! Governor Kay Ivey has officially signed HB 230 into law!” announced the Alabama Association of Realtors. Continue Reading New Alabama Law Changes Timing of Buyer Agreements
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