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Boston Mayor Says Residential Property Taxes Rising 13% in 2026
More than 70% of Boston’s $4.6 billion budget comes from property taxes, primarily from commercial real estate. Continue Reading Boston Mayor Says Residential Property Taxes Rising 13% in 2026
Boston Mayor Says Residential Property Taxes Rising 13% in 2026
More than 70% of Boston’s $4.6 billion budget comes from property taxes, primarily from commercial real estate. Continue Reading Boston Mayor Says Residential Property Taxes Rising 13% in 2026
South Dakota Task Force Seeks Public Input on Property Tax Relief
South Dakota has become the latest state to put a renewed focus on property tax relief with an upcoming legislative task force meeting that will hear input from homeowners. The Comprehensive Property Tax Task Force will meet on Sept. 22 at the South Dakota State...
Landmark Group Joins The Real Brokerage
The Real Brokerage Inc. (NASDAQ: REAX) announced that Landmark Group, a brokerage serving the Washington, DC metropolitan area, has joined the company. Founded in 2008 and led by Bernadette Cole, Landmark Group brings more than 250 agents who serve the District of...
The Most Expensive College Town Is…
A new report from Redfin has identified Santa Barbara, California, as the priciest housing market among the nation’s 50 biggest college towns. Santa Barbara is home to the University of California, Santa Barbara. The current median home sale price for this market is...
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New Platform Focuses on Temporary Housing for Traveling Healthcare Professionals
The new platform will enable nurses, allied health professionals, and other healthcare travelers to secure fully furnished homes near healthcare facilities. Continue Reading New Platform Focuses on Temporary Housing for Traveling Healthcare Professionals
Robert Harper Named Interim CEO at BREIT
Harper will continue to serve as the company’s co-president and a director. Continue Reading Robert Harper Named Interim CEO at BREIT
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
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Redfin Lays Off 46 Employees
The company stated that none of its agents were laid off. Continue Reading Redfin Lays Off 46 Employees
Macy’s and Kohl’s Announce Store Closures
“Closing any store is never easy,” said Tony Spring, chairman and CEO of Macy’s Inc. Continue Reading Macy’s and Kohl’s Announce Store Closures
Teresa Carlile Named President at Ridgeland Mortgage
Carlile was previously operations manager for business insurance at Travelers. Continue Reading Teresa Carlile Named President at Ridgeland Mortgage
FHFA Director Sandra Thompson to Resign Ahead of Trump Inauguration
Thompson was sworn in on June 22, 2022. Continue Reading FHFA Director Sandra Thompson to Resign Ahead of Trump Inauguration
Update: Death Toll in Los Angeles Wildfires Rises to 10; 9,000 Homes Destroyed
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass’ leadership during the crisis created a controversy. Continue Reading Update: Death Toll in Los Angeles Wildfires Rises to 10; 9,000 Homes Destroyed
Housing Crisis 2025: John G. Stevens’ Perspective
“As we move further into 2025, the stakes have never been higher,” says publisher John G. Stevens. Continue Reading Housing Crisis 2025: John G. Stevens’ Perspective
Mortgage Rates Inch Closer to 7% Level
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.93% as of Jan. 9. Continue Reading Mortgage Rates Inch Closer to 7% Level
New Study Details Artificial Intelligence Practices in the Real Estate Sector
The respondents cited document abstraction as the business area with the greatest potential for AI impact. Continue Reading New Study Details Artificial Intelligence Practices in the Real Estate Sector
Survey: Half of Retirees Worry They’ll Outlive Their Savings
Nearly half of retirees said their home is the only thing allowing them to have a comfortable retirement. Continue Reading Survey: Half of Retirees Worry They’ll Outlive Their Savings
Ally Financial to End Mortgage Originations
The digital-only bank’s layoffs will affect less than 5% of its workforce. Continue Reading Ally Financial to End Mortgage Originations
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