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NAR Taps David Conroy for Newly Created Chief Data Officer Role
Most recently, Conroy served as chief technology officer at the California Association of Realtors. Continue Reading NAR Taps David Conroy for Newly Created Chief Data Officer Role
NAR Taps David Conroy for Newly Created Chief Data Officer Role
Most recently, Conroy served as chief technology officer at the California Association of Realtors. Continue Reading NAR Taps David Conroy for Newly Created Chief Data Officer Role
Sen. Adam Schiff Launches Legal Defense Fund to Combat Mortgage Fraud Allegations
Sen. Adam Schiff (D-CA) has launched a legal defense fund as the Department of Justice (DOJ) is reportedly investigating his finances. Last month, President Trump accused Schiff of mortgage fraud while the lawmaker was a member of the House of Representatives. Trump...
Mortgage Application Activity Down Slightly
Mortgage application activity declined in the week ending Aug. 15, according to data from the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA). The Market Composite Index, the MBA’s measure of mortgage loan application volume, decreased 1.4% on a seasonally adjusted basis from one...
The Best Housing Markets? Two New Data Reports Offer Different Opinions
Question: What housing markets are currently considered to be the hottest? Answer: It depends which data report you consult. And a pair of newly Realtor.com published its list of Top Metros for New Construction, which involves an analysis of the 100 largest metros...
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Tim Leiweke Steps Down as Oak View Group CEO Following Indictment on Bid Rigging
He has transitioned to the role of vice chairman of the board of directors. Continue Reading Tim Leiweke Steps Down as Oak View Group CEO Following Indictment on Bid Rigging
HUD Terminates Biden-Era Task Force Addressing Bias in Home Appraisals
HUD said this endeavor “exemplified government overreach.” Continue Reading HUD Terminates Biden-Era Task Force Addressing Bias in Home Appraisals
White House Increases Attack on Powell, Claiming Mismanagement of Fed HQ Renovations
A recent Supreme Court ruling stated that Fed officials cannot be fired by a president at will. Continue Reading White House Increases Attack on Powell, Claiming Mismanagement of Fed HQ Renovations
Del Webb Breaks Ground on 55+ Community in Austin Suburb
The completed project will encompass over 500 residences to be built across 323 acres. Continue Reading Del Webb Breaks Ground on 55+ Community in Austin Suburb
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Mortgage Rates Rise Again
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.84% as of Nov. 21, up from last week when it averaged 6.78%. Continue Reading Mortgage Rates Rise Again
Existing Home Sales Score First Year-Over-Year Hike Since July 2021
First-time buyers were responsible for 27% of sales in October. Continue Reading Existing Home Sales Score First Year-Over-Year Hike Since July 2021
Report: Refinancing Fueled Q3 Mortgage Lending Activity
Mortgage rollovers were up by 6.9% quarterly to about 588,000. Continue Reading Report: Refinancing Fueled Q3 Mortgage Lending Activity
$2.3 Million Settlement in AI-Screening Discrimination Lawsuit
The settlement resolves a 2022 class action lawsuit in Massachusetts. Continue Reading $2.3 Million Settlement in AI-Screening Discrimination Lawsuit
Cryptocurrency Purchases for Real Estate Available in South Africa
Schindlers Digital Assets is now offering cryptocurrency conversion services that adhere to South African financial regulation. Continue Reading Cryptocurrency Purchases for Real Estate Available in South Africa
California Man Pretending to be Real Estate Agent Arrested for Burglarizing Open Houses
Police located Joshua Lamont at a hotel in Walnut Creek, where he was arrested on Nov. 20. Continue Reading California Man Pretending to be Real Estate Agent Arrested for Burglarizing Open Houses
VanWest Partners Acquires Three Self-Storage Properties
All three facilities will be operated by ClearHome Self Storage, VanWest’s vertically integrated management platform. Continue Reading VanWest Partners Acquires Three Self-Storage Properties
Tampa Bay Rays Warn They May Never Move Into New Stadium
“The Rays organization is saddened and stunned by this unfortunate turn of events” said the team’s co-presidents Brian Auld and Matt Silverman Continue Reading Tampa Bay Rays Warn They May Never Move Into New Stadium
Chicago Mayor Cuts Property Tax Proposal While Telling Critics to ‘Grow Up’
The mayor is now presenting a $150 million proposal. Continue Reading Chicago Mayor Cuts Property Tax Proposal While Telling Critics to ‘Grow Up’
Survey: Most Buyers Move to Find a Bigger and Better Home
Redfin found that women (20%) were more likely than men (13.8%) to cite a concern for safety/crime as a reason for moving. Continue Reading Survey: Most Buyers Move to Find a Bigger and Better Home
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