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Investor James Fishback Announces Bid for Governor of Florida with Pledge to End Property Taxes
Rep. Byron Donalds has been endorsed for the GOP nomination by Trump. Continue Reading Investor James Fishback Announces Bid for Governor of Florida with Pledge to End Property Taxes
Investor James Fishback Announces Bid for Governor of Florida with Pledge to End Property Taxes
Rep. Byron Donalds has been endorsed for the GOP nomination by Trump. Continue Reading Investor James Fishback Announces Bid for Governor of Florida with Pledge to End Property Taxes
Commercial Mortgage Delinquencies Up During Q2
Commercial mortgage delinquencies were on the rise during the second quarter, according to data from the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA). Based on the unpaid principal balance of loans, the MBA reported the following second quarter delinquency rates based on...
Michigan Credit Union Offers Mortgages at 4.99% Rate
A Michigan credit union is seeking to attract new home loan borrowers by offering 30-year fixed-rate mortgages at a 4.99% rate. The Detroit Free Press reports Michigan Legacy Credit Union — which has branches in Wyandotte, Warren, Pontiac, Highland Township and Flat...
Study: Canadians Re-Evaluating Their Relationships with Lenders
Canadians are re-evaluating their relationships with their financial institutions for additional credit support, according to new research from Equifax Canada. Among the key findings from the survey are the following: 56% of mortgage holders say they will explore...
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Oak Creek Homes to Hold ‘Tax-Free Weekend Sale’ on Factory-Built Homes
“We can deliver homes to Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Arkansas, and parts of New Mexico,” said the company in a press statement. Continue Reading Oak Creek Homes to Hold ‘Tax-Free Weekend Sale’ on Factory-Built Homes
New Report Finds NY Gov. Hochul Falling Short in 5-Year Affordable Housing Plan
Hochul allocated $25 billion in state investments to this initiative, which ends in 2027. Continue Reading New Report Finds NY Gov. Hochul Falling Short in 5-Year Affordable Housing Plan
Report: Trump to Expand 401(k) Plans to Include Real Estate as Investment Option
Under the order, the Department of Labor will review and update the guidance under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) of 1974. Continue Reading Report: Trump to Expand 401(k) Plans to Include Real Estate as Investment Option
Freddie Mac Expands CHOICEHome Mortgage Program to Single-Section Manufactured Homes
Freddie Mac (OTCQB: FMCC) announced the expansion of its CHOICEHome conventional financing options to include modern single-section manufactured homes. Previously, Freddie Mac provided multi-section factory-built homes with a 3% down payment option. As of today,...
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Mortgage Bankers Association Brings Undergraduate Course to Cleveland State University
The program offers a three-credit undergraduate course on residential mortgage origination and processing. Continue Reading Mortgage Bankers Association Brings Undergraduate Course to Cleveland State University
Jenny Coupland Named CEO of Visio Lending
She replaces co-founders CEO Jeff Ball and President Matt Matza upon their recent retirements. Continue Reading Jenny Coupland Named CEO of Visio Lending
Report: Mauricio Umansky Slapped with $20,000 in Tax Liens
Prominent real estate broker and “Buying Beverly Hills” star Mauricio Umansky was back in the spotlight, albeit for the wrong reasons – the CEO of The Agency and co-founder of the American Real Estate Association was hit with four tax liens totaling $20,000....
Mortgage Application Activity Soars by 33%
The Refinance Index increased 44% from the previous week and was 22% higher than the same week one year ago. Continue Reading Mortgage Application Activity Soars by 33%
Housing and Real Estate Trade Groups Back Scott Turner as Next HUD Secretary
The trade organizations said Turner “understands the value of strengthening public-private partnerships.” Continue Reading Housing and Real Estate Trade Groups Back Scott Turner as Next HUD Secretary
Former Redfin Executive Adam Wiener Becomes President at Lower
Wiener gained industry prominence at Redfin, which he left in 2023 as president of real estate operations. Continue Reading Former Redfin Executive Adam Wiener Becomes President at Lower
D.R. Horton Begins Sales at New South Carolina Community
The new home community will celebrate its Grand Opening on Jan. 18 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Continue Reading D.R. Horton Begins Sales at New South Carolina Community
William Raveis Real Estate Launches Platform Focused on Nantucket Vacation Rental Market
CEO Bill Raveis called the platform “an invaluable resource for both renters and homeowners.” Continue Reading William Raveis Real Estate Launches Platform Focused on Nantucket Vacation Rental Market
Chris Lim Named EVP and Chief Growth Officer at RE/MAX Holdings
Lim previously served as president of Christie’s International Real Estate. Continue Reading Chris Lim Named EVP and Chief Growth Officer at RE/MAX Holdings
QXO Proposes to Acquire Beacon Roofing Supply for $124.25 Per Share in Cash
Beacon did not publicly comment on Jacobs’ letter. Continue Reading QXO Proposes to Acquire Beacon Roofing Supply for $124.25 Per Share in Cash
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