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Mid-Atlantic Region Home Sales Down in November
“Even with somewhat lower mortgage rates, homebuyers and sellers are still very cautious,” said Lisa Sturtevant, Bright MLS chief economist. Continue Reading Mid-Atlantic Region Home Sales Down in November
Mid-Atlantic Region Home Sales Down in November
“Even with somewhat lower mortgage rates, homebuyers and sellers are still very cautious,” said Lisa Sturtevant, Bright MLS chief economist. Continue Reading Mid-Atlantic Region Home Sales Down in November
Housing Supply Drops to 2-Year Low
Active listings of homes for sale during August were down by 1.4% from July, according to data from Redfin. This marked the largest seasonally adjusted decline since June 2023. Although active listings last month were up 9.7% year-over-year, this marked the smallest...
Compass Acquires Anywhere Real Estate for $1.6 Billion in All-Stock Transaction
Compass Inc. (NYSE: COMP) announced its $1.6 billion acquisition of Anywhere Real Estate Inc. (NYSE: HOUS) in an all-stock transaction. Madison, New Jersey-based Anywhere, formerly known as Realogy, is the parent company of the brands Century 21, Coldwell Banker,...
Peachtree Group Recruits Billy Gilchrist as SVP of Originations
Peachtree Group, an Atlanta-headquartered commercial real estate investment firm, has hired Billy Gilchrist as senior vice president of originations. In his new role, Gilchrist will be responsible for originating commercial real estate and hotel investments across...
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Survey: Buyers Turned Off By Sloppily Maintained Neighboring Properties
“The neighboring properties and surrounding community often say a lot about what life might be like there for you, as a resident,” says Don Kottick, President of REMAX Canada. Continue Reading Survey: Buyers Turned Off By Sloppily Maintained Neighboring Properties
Refinancing Surge Fuels Rise in Mortgage Application Activity
The Market Composite Index, the MBA’s measure of mortgage loan application volume, increased 10.9% on a seasonally adjusted basis from one week earlier. Continue Reading Refinancing Surge Fuels Rise in Mortgage Application Activity
Palmetto Plaza, Miami-Area Retail Center, Sells for $46 Million
Aldi and Dollar Tree are the anchor tenants. Continue Reading Palmetto Plaza, Miami-Area Retail Center, Sells for $46 Million
John Hedlund to Become MBA’s Next Vice Chairman
Hedlund is vice chairman of ICE Mortgage Technology. Continue Reading John Hedlund to Become MBA’s Next Vice Chairman
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Redfin: Housing Affordability Improved Slightly in 2024
The median monthly housing payment for homebuyers hit a record of $2,920 in 2024, rising 4.3% from 2023 and 86% from 2019. Continue Reading Redfin: Housing Affordability Improved Slightly in 2024
The Appraisal Foundation and Farm Credit System Launch Rural Appraisal Practicum Model
The initiative will create a structured, hands-on model tailored to rural and agricultural property appraisals. Continue Reading The Appraisal Foundation and Farm Credit System Launch Rural Appraisal Practicum Model
Saudi Arabia to Create Securitization Market for RMBS
The endeavor is designed to “attract a diverse base of local and global investors in the secondary mortgage market.” Continue Reading Saudi Arabia to Create Securitization Market for RMBS
Michael S. Barr Steps Down as Federal Reserve’s Vice Chairman for Supervision
Barr served as vice chairman for supervision since July 19, 2022. Continue Reading Michael S. Barr Steps Down as Federal Reserve’s Vice Chairman for Supervision
Justin Trudeau Resigns as Canada’s Prime Minister
Justin Trudeau has announced his resignation as Canada’s 23rd prime minister. Continue Reading Justin Trudeau Resigns as Canada’s Prime Minister
A Phil Hall Op-Ed: Five Questions for the Trump Team
Editor Phil Hall asks the upcoming 47th president some questions regarding housing-related matters. Continue Reading A Phil Hall Op-Ed: Five Questions for the Trump Team
Two Presidents of Las Vegas Realtors Quit in the Same Day
2025 President-elect George Kypreos took the leadership reins. Continue Reading Two Presidents of Las Vegas Realtors Quit in the Same Day
Texas Ranch Owned by Same Family for 145 Years Listed for $21 Million
The Padgitt Ranch in Coleman County was once the largest fenced ranch in Texas. Continue Reading Texas Ranch Owned by Same Family for 145 Years Listed for $21 Million
Albuquerque’s ‘Walter White House’ Listed for $4 Million
Since “Breaking Bad” aired, the home has attracted endless waves of fans taking photos of the 1,900-square-foot property. Continue Reading Albuquerque’s ‘Walter White House’ Listed for $4 Million
Realty One Group International Expands Caribbean Presence
With the new franchises, Realty One’s network now spans across the US and 24 countries. Continue Reading Realty One Group International Expands Caribbean Presence
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