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Kentucky Home Sales Plummet in October
October’s median sales price of $270,000 held steady from the previous month and was up 1.9% from one year earlier. Continue Reading Kentucky Home Sales Plummet in October
Kentucky Home Sales Plummet in October
October’s median sales price of $270,000 held steady from the previous month and was up 1.9% from one year earlier. Continue Reading Kentucky Home Sales Plummet in October
MBA Chief Argues Against Fannie-Freddie Merger
The head of the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) is calling on the Trump administration not to pursue a merger of Fannie Mae (OTCQB: FNMA) and Freddie Mac (OTCQB: FMCC) as part of its effort to conclude their longstanding federal conservatorships. In a blog post,...
New Reality TV Series Focuses on Commercial Real Estate
Commercial real estate is the focus of a new reality television series coming to the A+E Network next month. “The Real Estate Commission” is an eight-episode series hosted by Todd J. Drowlette, managing director of Titan Commercial Realty Group. The series will track...
Canada Unveils Program for Energy Bill Reductions
The Canadian government has rolled out the Canada Greener Homes Affordability Program (CGHAP), a new initiative designed to help low- to median-income households reduce their energy bills and greenhouse gas emissions through no-cost home retrofits. CGHAP will be...
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Financial Services Software Provider MeridianLink Sold for $2 Billion
Upon closing of the transaction, MeridianLink will become a private company. Continue Reading Financial Services Software Provider MeridianLink Sold for $2 Billion
Trump Hints at Merged Fannie-Freddie with November Listing on NYSE
Trump has recently met at the White House with several chief executives at major banks to discuss strategies for the privatization of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. Continue Reading Trump Hints at Merged Fannie-Freddie with November Listing on NYSE
Report: Cash-Out Refinances Fuels Most Refinancing Activity
The report also found tappable equity hit another record high during the second quarter. Continue Reading Report: Cash-Out Refinances Fuels Most Refinancing Activity
Cindy Konich to Retire as Chief Executive at FHLBank Indianapolis
The bank’s board of directors has named Brendan McGrath as her successor, effective Oct. 1. Continue Reading Cindy Konich to Retire as Chief Executive at FHLBank Indianapolis
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Level of Newly Listed Homes Up 37.5% Month-Over-Month
The greatest increases in active listings year-over-year were Denver (+54.8%), Las Vegas (+49.4%), and Tucson (+45.0%). Continue Reading Level of Newly Listed Homes Up 37.5% Month-Over-Month
Bank of England Governor Warns Against Relaxing UK Mortgage Lending Guidelines
Andrew Bailey said the guidelines protected the nation against a wave of failed mortgages. Continue Reading Bank of England Governor Warns Against Relaxing UK Mortgage Lending Guidelines
NAR Debuts Fifth Season of ‘First-Time Buyer’ Series
The new season offers unscripted stories following homebuyers in New York and Connecticut. Continue Reading NAR Debuts Fifth Season of ‘First-Time Buyer’ Series
Mortgage Rates Stay Just Under 7%
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.95% as of Jan. 30. Continue Reading Mortgage Rates Stay Just Under 7%
Pending Home Sales Plummeted in December
This follows four straight months of sales gains. Continue Reading Pending Home Sales Plummeted in December
Sen. Ted Cruz Introduces Defund the CFPB Act
Companion legislation was introduced in the House of Representatives by Rep. Keith Self (R-TX). Continue Reading Sen. Ted Cruz Introduces Defund the CFPB Act
Offsite Solar Energy Sources Procured for NYC’s First All-Electric Residential Tower
Alloy said it was the first developer to pursue such a program following a Local Law 97 rule issuance by the New York City Department of Buildings. Continue Reading Offsite Solar Energy Sources Procured for NYC’s First All-Electric Residential Tower
European Central Bank Enacts Fifth Rate Cut Since June
“The disinflation process is well on track,” said the ECB. Continue Reading European Central Bank Enacts Fifth Rate Cut Since June
Home Equity Level Held Steady in Q4
Rhode Island recorded the greatest year-over-year increase during the quarter. Continue Reading Home Equity Level Held Steady in Q4
Flood Museum Closed Due to Flooding
The museum’s collection of artifacts and archival material was not affected. Continue Reading Flood Museum Closed Due to Flooding
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