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Former Deloitte Executive Kenny M. Smith Named CEO at Freddie Mac
Freddie Mac (OTCQB: FMCC) announced the appointment of Kenny M. Smith as CEO, effective today. He also will serve as a member of the company’s board of directors. The previous CEO, Biden-appointee Diane Reid, was fired in March by Bill Pulte, the Federal Housing...
Former Deloitte Executive Kenny M. Smith Named CEO at Freddie Mac
Freddie Mac (OTCQB: FMCC) announced the appointment of Kenny M. Smith as CEO, effective today. He also will serve as a member of the company’s board of directors. The previous CEO, Biden-appointee Diane Reid, was fired in March by Bill Pulte, the Federal Housing...
Fed Cuts Rates by Quarter Point
The Federal Reserve has lowered the target range for the federal funds rate by a quarter-percentage point to 3.5% to 3.75%. The decision by the central bank’s policy making Federal Open Market Committee had three of the 12 committee members dissenting – Stephen I....
Mid-Atlantic Region Home Sales Down in November
Closed sales across the Mid-Atlantic region services by Bright MLS were down 4.6% year-over-year in November while new pending sales were 1.6% lower over the same period. The number of new listings coming onto the market last month was 4.4% lower compared to November...
eXp Announces Additions to C-Suite
eXp Realty, a subsidiary of eXp World Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: EXPI), announced leadership changes with the promotion of Carrie Lysenko to chief technology officer and Holly Mabery to the newly created role of chief brokerage officer. Lysenko was previously CEO of...
NEWS & CURRENT EVENTS
Report: Average Buyer’s Agent Commission Up Slightly Since New NAR Rules
The average buyer’s agent commission during the third quarter was 2.42%, up from 2.36% one year earlier, while commissions were virtually flat compared to the previous quarter. According to a new data report from Redfin, commissions are at roughly the same level they...
New York State Raises Property Tax Exemption for Seniors to 65%
Legislation S5175A/A3698A replaces the previous 50% maximum percentage of exemption local governments have been able to offer income-eligible seniors. Continue Reading New York State Raises Property Tax Exemption for Seniors to 65%
Report: Refinance Retention at 3.5-Year High
Non-banks retained refinancing borrowers at roughly three times the rate of banks (35% versus 13%). Continue Reading Report: Refinance Retention at 3.5-Year High
Dollar General Plans to Open 450 New Stores
Dollar General said it opened 196 new stores in the third quarter. Continue Reading Dollar General Plans to Open 450 New Stores
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Report: Chicago Property Taxes See Largest Hike in 30 Years
The city is offering an installment plan with interest for homeowners who are unable to pay their total property tax bill at one time. Continue Reading Report: Chicago Property Taxes See Largest Hike in 30 Years
University of Arizona Snags $60 Million Deal for Stadium Naming Rights
Casino Del Sol is an enterprise of the Pascua Yaqui Tribe. Continue Reading University of Arizona Snags $60 Million Deal for Stadium Naming Rights
SIOR Inducts Officers for 2025-2026 Term
Saadia Sheikh, CEO and founder of the Dallas- and New York City-based advisory firm Powersense, was named global president. Continue Reading SIOR Inducts Officers for 2025-2026 Term
Lisa Cook’s Attorney Slams Pulte’s Mortgage Fraud Charges, Claiming Partisan Targeting
“There is no fraud, no intent to deceive, nothing whatsoever criminal or remotely a basis to allege mortgage fraud,” said attorney Abbe Lowell. Continue Reading Lisa Cook’s Attorney Slams Pulte’s Mortgage Fraud Charges, Claiming Partisan Targeting
Leasing Underway at New ‘Ultra-Luxury’ 18W55 in Midtown Manhattan
18W55 is now about 25% leased, with rents ranging from $4,945 for studios to $35,000 for a full-floor three-bedroom penthouse. Continue Reading Leasing Underway at New ‘Ultra-Luxury’ 18W55 in Midtown Manhattan
Builders Alliance Debuts Portal to Help LA Wildfire Survivors Rebuild Their Homes
The Builders Alliance is a collection of 10 homebuilders focused on creating time and cost savings and end-to-end project management. Continue Reading Builders Alliance Debuts Portal to Help LA Wildfire Survivors Rebuild Their Homes
NAR Announces Updates to MLS Handbook
The 2026 MLS Handbook is scheduled to be published in January. Continue Reading NAR Announces Updates to MLS Handbook
Historic Baltimore Multifamily Community Sells for $5.95 Million
Built in 1927, The Baltimorean offers a mix of studios and one- and two-bedroom apartments with units averaging 385 square feet in size. Continue Reading Historic Baltimore Multifamily Community Sells for $5.95 Million
PulteGroup Expands Ohio Presence into Cincinnati
PulteGroup already has an Ohio presence in the Cleveland and Columbus markets. Continue Reading PulteGroup Expands Ohio Presence into Cincinnati
Thompson Thrift to Build Multifamily Community in Suburban Indianapolis
The company expects to welcome its first residents in February 2027. Continue Reading Thompson Thrift to Build Multifamily Community in Suburban Indianapolis
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