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Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of Nov. 17-21
An affordability challenge in rural America, Canadian and American renters consider the pursuit of homeownership, and Arkansas realtors helping communities facing food insecurity. Continue Reading Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of Nov. 17-21
Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of Nov. 17-21
An affordability challenge in rural America, Canadian and American renters consider the pursuit of homeownership, and Arkansas realtors helping communities facing food insecurity. Continue Reading Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of Nov. 17-21
Mortgage Application Payment Levels Down in August
The national median mortgage payment applied for by loan applicants decreased to $2,100 from $2,127 in August, according to data from the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA). However, it was also up by $43 from one year ago, equal to a 2.1% increase. The national...
Mortgage Rates Inch Up Slightly
Mortgage rates inched up in the latest Primary Mortgage Market Survey published by Freddie Mac (OTCQB: FMCC). The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.30% as of Sept. 25, up from last week when it averaged 6.26%. A year ago at this time, it averaged 6.08%. The...
Existing Home Sales Remain Flat
Existing home sales were mostly flat in August, dipping by a scant 0.2% from July to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4 million, according to the National Association of Realtors (NAR). On a year-over-year basis, sales were up by 1.8%. Regionally, month-over-month...
NEWS & CURRENT EVENTS
The Federal Reserve Drama: Lisa Cook Praised by NY Fed Chief, Slammed by Trump Officials
No Republican senator is publicly backing Trump’s efforts to oust Cook. Continue Reading The Federal Reserve Drama: Lisa Cook Praised by NY Fed Chief, Slammed by Trump Officials
Purchase Loans Up, Refinancing Down in Latest Mortgage Application Activity
Among the government programs, the FHA share of total applications remained unchanged at 19.1% from the week prior. Continue Reading Purchase Loans Up, Refinancing Down in Latest Mortgage Application Activity
The Agency Expands Central American Presence with New Office in Costa Rica
The new office follows the company’s Central American operations in Panama and Nicaragua. Continue Reading The Agency Expands Central American Presence with New Office in Costa Rica
Braemar Hotels & Resorts Has Put Itself Up for Sale
Braemar’s portfolio includes nine resort and five urban properties operated under multiple brands. Continue Reading Braemar Hotels & Resorts Has Put Itself Up for Sale
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Fair Housing Nonprofits Sue HUD and DOGE Over Grants Cancellation
“Congress makes the law, and Congress sets the bounds of agency action,” said Lila Miller. Continue Reading Fair Housing Nonprofits Sue HUD and DOGE Over Grants Cancellation
Arizona Attorney General Brings Lawsuit Against Foreclosure Scheme Fraudsters
The lawsuit seeks civil penalties of $10,000 for each instance of consumer fraud. Continue Reading Arizona Attorney General Brings Lawsuit Against Foreclosure Scheme Fraudsters
Tampa Bay Rays Drop Effort to Develop New $1.3 Billion Stadium
“After careful deliberation, we have concluded we cannot move forward with the new ballpark and development project at this moment,” said principal owner Stuart Sternberg. Continue Reading Tampa Bay Rays Drop Effort to Develop New $1.3 Billion Stadium
Report: Compass in Discussions to Acquire Warren Buffett-Owned Brokerage
The potential acquisition price is uncertain. Continue Reading Report: Compass in Discussions to Acquire Warren Buffett-Owned Brokerage
Senate Confirms Bill Pulte to Become FHFA Director
Three Democrats joined the Republican majority in confirming Pulte. Continue Reading Senate Confirms Bill Pulte to Become FHFA Director
The Most Expensive Home Sale in February Is…
Coastal Florida boasted seven of February’s 10 highest-priced home sales. Continue Reading The Most Expensive Home Sale in February Is…
Mortgage Applications for New Home Purchases Down in February
By product type, conventional loans composed 56.7% of loan applications while FHA loans accounted for 32.1%. Continue Reading Mortgage Applications for New Home Purchases Down in February
Canada to Spend $365 Million for Building 767 Rental Homes in Toronto
Of the 767 new rental homes, 384 will be affordable and at least 20% of the units will meet accessibility standards. Continue Reading Canada to Spend $365 Million for Building 767 Rental Homes in Toronto
Mortgage Rates Remain Flat
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.65% as of March 13, up slightly from last week when it averaged 6.63%. Continue Reading Mortgage Rates Remain Flat
Mid-Atlantic Home Sales Slumped in February
Philadelphia recorded 4,631 new pending sales, the lowest February total in more than a decade. Continue Reading Mid-Atlantic Home Sales Slumped in February
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