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Virginia Home Sales Down in November
The statewide median sales price reached $425,000 in November, up $10,000 for a 2.4% year-over-year increase. Continue Reading Virginia Home Sales Down in November
Virginia Home Sales Down in November
The statewide median sales price reached $425,000 in November, up $10,000 for a 2.4% year-over-year increase. Continue Reading Virginia Home Sales Down in November
NYC Personal Trainer Indicted in Rental Housing Scam
A New York City personal trainer was indicted for allegedly stealing over $100,000 from at least eight prospective tenants in a rental housing scam. According to the charges brought against him, 35-year-old Jerry Genesis falsely represented that he had apartments...
Ground Broken on 365-Unit Multifamily Community in Aurora, Colorado
A joint venture between multifamily developer Wood Partners and real estate investment manager Clarion Partners officially broke ground on Alta Metro Center in Aurora, Colorado. The 365-unit project encompasses a quartet of four-story buildings featuring a mix of...
MISMO Names Amy Moses as VP of Strategic Growth
MISMO, the real estate finance industry's standards organization, has hired Amy Moses as vice president of strategic growth. In this role, Moses will lead MISMO’s growth and revenue strategy, drive expanded industry engagement, and cultivate strategic partnerships...
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Prudent Growth Partners Acquires Houston Retail Center for $5.75 Million
The company said the property has been well-maintained by the previous ownership, and there are no significant deferred maintenance needs. Continue Reading Prudent Growth Partners Acquires Houston Retail Center for $5.75 Million
A Phil Hall Op-Ed: It Can’t Happen Here, Can It?
Houses of worship are very special pieces of real estate, and violence against these buildings and the people within them has become too commonplace. Continue Reading A Phil Hall Op-Ed: It Can’t Happen Here, Can It?
Canadian Housing Starts Up 9.4%
Montreal posted a 24% year-over-year increase in actual housing starts this month driven by higher multi-unit and single-detached starts. Continue Reading Canadian Housing Starts Up 9.4%
HUD Audits Chicago Housing Authority Over Immigration and Criminal Verifications
The CHA’s audit will cover the period of Sept. 1, 2022, to Aug. 31, 2025. Continue Reading HUD Audits Chicago Housing Authority Over Immigration and Criminal Verifications
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Tech Trends: New Book Details How Real Estate Agents Can Embrace AI
Kevin Hawkins talks about his new book “The Real AI Guide for Real Estate Agents.” Continue Reading Tech Trends: New Book Details How Real Estate Agents Can Embrace AI
RealPage Sues to Block New York State Law Banning Algorithmic Rent-Setting Software
The company argues the new law (S7882/A1417) represents a challenge to free speech and repeats false claims regarding its revenue management software. Continue Reading RealPage Sues to Block New York State Law Banning Algorithmic Rent-Setting Software
Mortgage Rates Decline Ahead of Thanksgiving
The 30-year fixed-rate averaged 6.23% as of Nov. 26, down from last week when it averaged 6.26%. Continue Reading Mortgage Rates Decline Ahead of Thanksgiving
A Phil Hall Op-Ed: Where’s the Beef in Trump’s Housing Affordability Plans?
Is the Trump administration seriously addressing the lack of housing affordability? Continue Reading A Phil Hall Op-Ed: Where’s the Beef in Trump’s Housing Affordability Plans?
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
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
Sutton Group Acquires Real Estate Tech Firm Homicity
Jamie Blades, founder and CEO of Homicity, will join Sutton Group as vice president of technology. Continue Reading Sutton Group Acquires Real Estate Tech Firm Homicity
625-Bed Student Housing Development Planned Near North Carolina’s Appalachian State University
Delivery is planned for the 2027-2028 academic year. Continue Reading 625-Bed Student Housing Development Planned Near North Carolina’s Appalachian State University
Swalwell Sues Pulte Over Mortgage Fraud Allegations
Swalwell also accused Pulte of violating the Privacy Act of 1974, which forbids federal agencies from making unauthorized public disclosures of sensitive information relating to an individual. Continue Reading Swalwell Sues Pulte Over Mortgage Fraud Allegations
New Data Points to Deceleration in Home Prices
Chicago, New York and Boston reported the highest year-over-year gains with year-over-year price increases of 5.5%, 5.2% and 4.1%, respectively. Continue Reading New Data Points to Deceleration in Home Prices
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