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Florida Home Sales Up While Prices Decline
The statewide median sales price for single-family existing homes in November was $410,000, down by a mild 0.2% compared to one year before. Continue Reading Florida Home Sales Up While Prices Decline
Florida Home Sales Up While Prices Decline
The statewide median sales price for single-family existing homes in November was $410,000, down by a mild 0.2% compared to one year before. Continue Reading Florida Home Sales Up While Prices Decline
Mortgage Application Payments Down in November
The national median payment applied for by purchase applicants decreased to $2,034 in November from $2,039 in October, according to data from the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA). November’s national median mortgage payment for conventional loan applicants was...
Claremont Lincoln University Debuts Graduate Programs Focused on Land Policy
Claremont Lincoln University (CLU) is rolling out two graduate programs that expand the university's focus on in land policy, sustainable development, and ethical governance. Beginning on Jan. 29, 2026, the Claremont, California-based school will begin offering Master...
Senate Confirms Trump Nominees for Ginnie Mae, FHA, and FDIC
The US Senate confirmed President Trump’s nominees Joseph Gormley to become the next president of Ginnie Mae, Frank Cassidy as assistant secretary at the Department of Housing and Urban Development and commissioner of the Federal Housing Administration (FHA), and...
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The Agency Opens New Office in Tulsa
The Agency Tulsa will be led by Managing Partners Wyatt Poindexter and Wayne Kirby. Continue Reading The Agency Opens New Office in Tulsa
Mortgage Rates Down Slightly
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.21% as of Dec. 18. Continue Reading Mortgage Rates Down Slightly
Keller Williams Expands Global Presence to Bulgaria
Bulgaria is the eighth country where the company opened a new presence during 2025. Continue Reading Keller Williams Expands Global Presence to Bulgaria
Report: 221 Dead People in Colorado Received HUD Benefits
HUD provides approximately $440 million in federal money to the state. Continue Reading Report: 221 Dead People in Colorado Received HUD Benefits
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Report: Spikes in Heart Attacks and General Illness Following LA County Wildfires
The report noted a 118% increase in visits for general illness, a 46% increase in the number of visits for heart attack, and a 24% increase in visits for pulmonary illness. Continue Reading Report: Spikes in Heart Attacks and General Illness Following LA County Wildfires
NYC Personal Trainer Indicted in Rental Housing Scam
Jerry Genesis was previously indicted last February for a refund scam involving 10 victims tied to his personal training business. Continue Reading NYC Personal Trainer Indicted in Rental Housing Scam
Ground Broken on 365-Unit Multifamily Community in Aurora, Colorado
The project encompasses a quartet of four-story buildings featuring a mix of one-, two- and three-bedroom apartment layouts. Continue Reading Ground Broken on 365-Unit Multifamily Community in Aurora, Colorado
MISMO Names Amy Moses as VP of Strategic Growth
Moses joined MISMO earlier this year as a contractor. Continue Reading MISMO Names Amy Moses as VP of Strategic Growth
UWM Acquires REIT Two Harbors Investment Corp. for $1.3 Billion
Two Harbors is one of the nation’s largest servicers through its wholly owned subsidiary RoundPoint Mortgage Servicing LLC. Continue Reading UWM Acquires REIT Two Harbors Investment Corp. for $1.3 Billion
Mortgage Application Activity Down by Nearly 4%
The FHA share of total applications decreased to 19.5% from 20.2% the week prior. Continue Reading Mortgage Application Activity Down by Nearly 4%
Former Deloitte Executive Kenny M. Smith Named CEO at Freddie Mac
Freddie Mac (OTCQB: FMCC) announced the appointment of Kenny M. Smith as CEO, effective today. He also will serve as a member of the company’s board of directors. The previous CEO, Biden-appointee Diane Reid, was fired in March by Bill Pulte, the Federal Housing...
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...
Brazil to Conduct Real Estate Auction Using Blockchain Technology
The Brazilian auction market has been disrupted with altered documents, fake websites, and inconsistent public records. Continue Reading Brazil to Conduct Real Estate Auction Using Blockchain Technology
Mark E. Patten to Become CFO at Sun Communities
Patten will succeed Fernando Castro-Caratini, who will transition into an advisory role with the company. Continue Reading Mark E. Patten to Become CFO at Sun Communities
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