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NAR Supports Texas Sen. Cornyn’s Re-Election Bid
The Realtors Political Action Committee (RPAC), the political arm of the National Association of Realtors (NAR) has endorsed Sen. John Cornyn (R-TX) for re-election in 2026. According to the Odessa American, RPAC’s endorsement came at the recommendation of the...
NAR Supports Texas Sen. Cornyn’s Re-Election Bid
The Realtors Political Action Committee (RPAC), the political arm of the National Association of Realtors (NAR) has endorsed Sen. John Cornyn (R-TX) for re-election in 2026. According to the Odessa American, RPAC’s endorsement came at the recommendation of the...
New Ohio Homeowner Initiative Seeks to Aid Lower-Income Seniors and Disabled Residents
A new bipartisan homeowner relief initiative has been raised in Ohio, this time with a focus on reviving the pandemic-era “Save the Dream” program. WSYX reports State Sens. Hearcel Craig (D-Columbus) and Michele Reynolds (R-Canal Winchester) introduced Ohio Senate...
New Venture Encourages Brands to Explore In-Mall Retail with Micro Spaces Platform
IEM, a venture-backed retail innovation company, and has team with Simon Property Group (NYSE: SPG) on a new platform to help grands scale into brick-and-mortar retail setting. IEM introduced new 10x15-foot branded, experiential micro spaces that can be strategically...
Homes Built For American Hires Greg Balen as Chief Operating Officer
Homes Built For America (HBFA), the San Jose, California-based homebuilding division of The True Life Companies, has recruited Greg Balen as chief operating officer. Balen has over three decades of experience as a builder, land developer, architect, contractor,...
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FHFA’s Pulte Accuses Federal Reserve Governor of Mortgage Fraud
Pulte said “the DOJ should go wherever the facts may lead them.” Continue Reading FHFA’s Pulte Accuses Federal Reserve Governor of Mortgage Fraud
Sen. Adam Schiff Launches Legal Defense Fund to Combat Mortgage Fraud Allegations
Last month, President Trump accused Schiff of mortgage fraud while the lawmaker was a member of the House of Representatives. Continue Reading Sen. Adam Schiff Launches Legal Defense Fund to Combat Mortgage Fraud Allegations
Mortgage Application Activity Down Slightly
Among the federal program, the FHA share of total applications increased to 19.1% from 18.4% the week prior. Continue Reading Mortgage Application Activity Down Slightly
The Best Housing Markets? Two New Data Reports Offer Different Opinions
Realtor.com and WalletHub offer rival data reports. Continue Reading The Best Housing Markets? Two New Data Reports Offer Different Opinions
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Bank7 Acquires First American Mortgage
First American Mortgage has operated since 1993 and facilitated over $3 billion in funding. Continue Reading Bank7 Acquires First American Mortgage
Island Capital Group Hires Melissa Iorio as Executive Managing Director
Iorio most recently served as head of investor relations at Cohen & Steers, where she helped build the firm’s private real estate business. Continue Reading Island Capital Group Hires Melissa Iorio as Executive Managing Director
Private Equity Firm Takes Ownership Stake in Keller Williams
As part of this transaction, Keller Williams CEO Mark Willis will step down. Continue Reading Private Equity Firm Takes Ownership Stake in Keller Williams
Jonathan Waclawski Returns to NAR as General Counsel
Waclawski replaces Katie Johnson, who stepped down last October. Continue Reading Jonathan Waclawski Returns to NAR as General Counsel
Webstar Technology Group Taps Nelson Worldwide Architects for $650 Million Mixed-Use Georgia Resort
The companies are also partnering on a $1.2 billion development in a downtown Atlanta location. Continue Reading Webstar Technology Group Taps Nelson Worldwide Architects for $650 Million Mixed-Use Georgia Resort
Highwoods Properties Acquires Raleigh’s Advance Auto Parts Tower
The financial aspects of the acquisition were not disclosed. Continue Reading Highwoods Properties Acquires Raleigh’s Advance Auto Parts Tower
Fortis Property Group Sued Over Alleged Asset Misrepresentation on Brooklyn Development
A spokesperson for Fortis called the lawsuit “pathetic.” Continue Reading Fortis Property Group Sued Over Alleged Asset Misrepresentation on Brooklyn Development
Frontier Lithium Completes Land Acquisition on Ontario’s Mission Island
The Mission Island site comprises 183 acres of heavy industrial property. Continue Reading Frontier Lithium Completes Land Acquisition on Ontario’s Mission Island
Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of Feb. 24-28
The CFPB changes its mind, two different approaches to EV charger installations and an eggs-cellent home selling approach. Continue Reading Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of Feb. 24-28
New Lawsuit Accuses Douglas Elliman and Ex-CEO Howard Lorber of Enabling the Alexander Brothers
Tal, Oren and Alon Alexander have pleaded not guilty to federal sex trafficking charges. Continue Reading New Lawsuit Accuses Douglas Elliman and Ex-CEO Howard Lorber of Enabling the Alexander Brothers
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