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Vermont Governor Seeks to Use State Surplus Revenue to Cut Proposed Property Tax Hike
Vermont Gov. Phil Scott is seeking to use surplus state funds to reduce a projected 12% property tax hike slated for 2026, but the Republican governor is getting pushback from some Democratic legislators over his plan. Vermont Public reports Scott’s administration...
Vermont Governor Seeks to Use State Surplus Revenue to Cut Proposed Property Tax Hike
Vermont Gov. Phil Scott is seeking to use surplus state funds to reduce a projected 12% property tax hike slated for 2026, but the Republican governor is getting pushback from some Democratic legislators over his plan. Vermont Public reports Scott’s administration...
FTC Warns Property Management Software Firms on Pricing Transparency
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) sent warning letters to 13 property management software providers that said their products may be running afoul of the law if they hinder the flow of accurate pricing information in rental listings. “Available information suggests...
Foreclosure Activity Up Annually for Ninth Straight Month
A total of 35,651 residential properties had foreclosure filings during November, according to data from ATTOM. This level of activity is down by 3% from October but is also up by 21% from November 2024. Nationwide, one in every 3,992 housing units had a foreclosure...
South Dakota Lawmakers Prepare to Address Property Tax Relief Measures
South Dakota is the latest state to tackle the question of rising property taxes, with a new conflict arising between its governor and legislators on how to achieve that goal. Property tax payments across the state increased by nearly 40% during the past four years....
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Government Watchdog Agency Opens Probe into FHFA’s Pulte
Pulte and the FHFA did not publicly comment on the report. Continue Reading Government Watchdog Agency Opens Probe into FHFA’s Pulte
Starter Home Sales Up Nearly 5%
The typical starter home price rose 2% year-over-year to $260,000 in October. Continue Reading Starter Home Sales Up Nearly 5%
Indiana School Officials Complain Property Tax Reforms Disrupting Their Operations
The survey found that 65.3% of Indiana districts already reduced or will reduce support staff, while 55.8% have already reduced or will reduce teaching staff. Continue Reading Indiana School Officials Complain Property Tax Reforms Disrupting Their Operations
Deephaven Mortgage Debuts HELOC with Qualification Option for Self-Employed Borrowers
Qualification can be obtained through 12 months of personal or business bank statements, or one year’s full documentation. Continue Reading Deephaven Mortgage Debuts HELOC with Qualification Option for Self-Employed Borrowers
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Atlanta Fed Chief Bostic to Retire in February
Bostic is the 15th person to lead the Atlanta Fed and is the first Black and openly gay president of a regional Federal Reserve Bank. Continue Reading Atlanta Fed Chief Bostic to Retire in February
New Bill Would Retroactively Restore Flood Insurance Coverage Lost in Government Shutdown
The legislation will backdate reauthorization of the program to Sept. 30, 2025, while extending the program’s authorization until Dec. 31, 2026. Continue Reading New Bill Would Retroactively Restore Flood Insurance Coverage Lost in Government Shutdown
Realtor.com Launches Spotlight Listings to Help Agents Maximize Listing Visibility
Realtor.com has also enhanced its Local Expert product. Continue Reading Realtor.com Launches Spotlight Listings to Help Agents Maximize Listing Visibility
Tommie Wehrle Named 2026 President of the LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance
Wehrle is a learning consultant for Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate in Milford, Connecticut. Continue Reading Tommie Wehrle Named 2026 President of the LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance
Simon Property Group Debuts Rewards Program for Mall and Online Shoppers
The company added Simon+ will provide key data and metrics to help inform future marketing strategies. Continue Reading Simon Property Group Debuts Rewards Program for Mall and Online Shoppers
Dirk Wakeham Named President and CEO at RealPage
He was previously president of RealPage following its acquisition of LeasingDesk, the company he founded. Continue Reading Dirk Wakeham Named President and CEO at RealPage
Mortgage Application Activity Takes a 0.6% Uptick
Among the federal programs, the FHA share of total applications increased to 19.4% from 18.5% the week prior. Continue Reading Mortgage Application Activity Takes a 0.6% Uptick
Report: Fannie Mae Investigators Fired After Probing Pulte for Possible Misuse of Authority
An FHFA spokesman said the report contained “false and defamatory claims.” Continue Reading Report: Fannie Mae Investigators Fired After Probing Pulte for Possible Misuse of Authority
The Best Day for Buying a House Is…
Buyers who close on Christmas Eve enjoyed the lowest premium above the automated valuation model. Continue Reading The Best Day for Buying a House Is…
Watchdog Group Seeks Bar Probe of Prosecutor in Letitia James Mortgage Fraud Case
“CfA Executive Director Michelle Kuppersmith said, “It is difficult to overstate the damage wrought by Ms. Halligan’s actions.” Continue Reading Watchdog Group Seeks Bar Probe of Prosecutor in Letitia James Mortgage Fraud Case
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