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New Study Finds Nearly 9% of Residences Owned by Corporate Entities and Investors
The report observed that corporate ownership exceeds 20% in communities including St. Louis, Missouri; Harrisonburg, Virginia; and Franklin County, Ohio. Continue Reading New Study Finds Nearly 9% of Residences Owned by Corporate Entities and Investors
New Study Finds Nearly 9% of Residences Owned by Corporate Entities and Investors
The report observed that corporate ownership exceeds 20% in communities including St. Louis, Missouri; Harrisonburg, Virginia; and Franklin County, Ohio. Continue Reading New Study Finds Nearly 9% of Residences Owned by Corporate Entities and Investors
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,...
Corcoran Group Announces New German Franchise
Corcoran Group LLC has expanded its global presence with the launch of Corcoran Fischer Properties, the brand's first franchise in Germany. The new franchise is based in Frankfurt and led by founder and Managing Director Moritz Fischer, who was previously an agent...
Survey: One-Third of Realtors Have Yet to Use AI Tools
Nearly one-third of real estate professionals have yet to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools, while only 20% use them daily, according to the 2025 Technology Survey published by the National Association of Realtors (NAR). When survey respondents were asked about...
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USDA to Cease Funding Solar and Wind Power Installations on Farmland
Solar and wind projects are no longer eligible for the Rural Development Business and Industry Guaranteed Loan Program. Continue Reading USDA to Cease Funding Solar and Wind Power Installations on Farmland
Housing Starts Up in July
However, the increase in housing starts did not spark much enthusiasm among industry experts. Continue Reading Housing Starts Up in July
Plymouth Industrial REIT Receives Unsolicited Takeover Bid from Sixth Street Partners
In a press statement, Plymouth said its board of directors “will carefully evaluate the proposal to determine the course of action it believes is in the best interests of all Plymouth shareholders.” Continue Reading Plymouth Industrial REIT Receives Unsolicited Takeover Bid from Sixth Street Partners
New Report Names America’s ‘Most Fun State’
West Virginia ranked last among the 50 states. Continue Reading New Report Names America’s ‘Most Fun State’
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Goodman Real Estate Acquires Phoenix Multifamily Community for $131.1 Million
The sale was facilitated by Institutional Property Advisors (IPA) Phoenix, who served as the selling broker. Continue Reading Goodman Real Estate Acquires Phoenix Multifamily Community for $131.1 Million
Survey: 70% of Remote/Hybrid Workers Would Rather Get New Job Than Return to Office
Geographically, employees in the Northeast (45%) and the South (45%) were most likely to seek alternative employment. Continue Reading Survey: 70% of Remote/Hybrid Workers Would Rather Get New Job Than Return to Office
A Phil Hall Op-Ed: 60 Minutes vs. DOGE vs. CFPB
Editor Phil Hall dissects a “60 Minutes” piece on the state of the CFPB. Continue Reading A Phil Hall Op-Ed: 60 Minutes vs. DOGE vs. CFPB
Craft Retailer Jo-Ann to Close All 800 Stores
On Feb. 12, the company stated it would close 500 stores. Continue Reading Craft Retailer Jo-Ann to Close All 800 Stores
Blackstone Pays $5.65 Billion for Safe Harbor Marinas
Sun Communities acquired Safe Harbor Marinas in September 2020 for $2.11 billion. Continue Reading Blackstone Pays $5.65 Billion for Safe Harbor Marinas
New Reports Find Mortgage Applications in Decline as Mortgage Affordability Frays
The average loan size for new homes increased from $400,930 in December to $403,416 in January. Continue Reading New Reports Find Mortgage Applications in Decline as Mortgage Affordability Frays
TECfusions Acquires 73 Acres for Virginia Data Center Expansion
The financial aspects of the acquisition were not disclosed Continue Reading TECfusions Acquires 73 Acres for Virginia Data Center Expansion
Apollo Global Management Acquires Bridge Investment Group Holdings for $1.5 Billion
Bridge Executive Chairman Bob Morse will become an Apollo partner and lead Apollo’s real estate equity franchise. Continue Reading Apollo Global Management Acquires Bridge Investment Group Holdings for $1.5 Billion
AI-Produced Video of Trump Kissing Musk’s Feet Broadcast at HUD HQ
HUD spokesperson Kasey Lovett said in a statement, “Another waste of taxpayer dollars and resources. Appropriate action will be taken for all involved.” Continue Reading AI-Produced Video of Trump Kissing Musk’s Feet Broadcast at HUD HQ
Newsom Asks Congress for $40 Billion for Wildfire Recovery Aid
“Make no mistake, Los Angeles will use this money wisely,” Newsom stated. Continue Reading Newsom Asks Congress for $40 Billion for Wildfire Recovery Aid
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