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Mortgage Application Activity Surges by 11%
Mortgage application activity enjoyed a vigorous upswing during the week ending Feb. 27, according to data from the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA). The Market Composite Index, the MBA’s measure of mortgage loan application volume, increased 11% on a seasonally...
Mortgage Application Activity Surges by 11%
The FHA share of total applications decreased to 15.8% from 16.1% the week prior. Continue Reading Mortgage Application Activity Surges by 11%
A Phil Hall Op-Ed: It Can’t Happen Here, Can It?
A Phil Hall Op-Ed: Houses of worship are very special pieces of real estate. Whether they are grand works of architecture or small storefront settings, they offer a place where like-minded people can gather to give thanks and seek comfort and wisdom from their faith....
Canadian Housing Starts Up 9.4%
The seasonally adjusted annualized rate of Canadian housing starts in November was up 9.4% in November (254,058 units) compared to October (232,245 units), according to data from the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC). The year-to-date total was 219,077...
HUD Audits Chicago Housing Authority Over Immigration and Criminal Verifications
The US Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) Office of Inspector General has begun to audit the Chicago Housing Authority (CHA) on how it verifies residents’ immigration status and criminal backgrounds. According to documents and reviewed by the Chicago...
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National Trust for Historic Preservation Sues to Stop Work on White House Ballroom
The Trump administration did not immediately comment on the lawsuit. Continue Reading National Trust for Historic Preservation Sues to Stop Work on White House Ballroom
Ellen Kackmann Joins The Hudson Companies as Principal, Overseeing Affordable Housing Portfolio
Prior to her role at Hudson Companies, Kackmann was vice president of affordable and workforce housing at The Albanese Organization. Continue Reading Ellen Kackmann Joins The Hudson Companies as Principal, Overseeing Affordable Housing Portfolio
New Board Chairman Appointed at QuadReal Property Group
R. Scott Hutcheson replaces Thomas Garbutt, who is stepping down after serving as chairman since 2018. Continue Reading New Board Chairman Appointed at QuadReal Property Group
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First American Promoted CFO Mark E. Seaton to CEO
Treasurer Matt F. Wajner was promoted to fill the CFO role. Continue Reading First American Promoted CFO Mark E. Seaton to CEO
Redfin Follows Zillow’s Lead in Prohibiting Private Listings
Glenn Kelman, the company’s CEO, declared “we believe that all buyers should be able to see all listings.” Continue Reading Redfin Follows Zillow’s Lead in Prohibiting Private Listings
JTE Real Estate Previews New South Carolina Community
Arbor Ridge will offer an 18-unit mix of three- and four-bedroom homes. Continue Reading JTE Real Estate Previews New South Carolina Community
FinCEN Renews Real Estate Geographic Targeting Orders
The terms of the GTOs are effective beginning April 15 and ending on Oct. 9. Continue Reading FinCEN Renews Real Estate Geographic Targeting Orders
Lowe’s Acquires Artisan Design Group for $1.3 Billion
Lowe’s will finance the acquisition with cash on hand. Continue Reading Lowe’s Acquires Artisan Design Group for $1.3 Billion
Lofty Debuts Automated Agent Marketing Tool
The company will unveil Lofty Bloom in the webinar “Plant the Seeds of Success: Own Your Market with Lofty Bloom.” Continue Reading Lofty Debuts Automated Agent Marketing Tool
A Phil Hall Op-Ed: Talking About a Recession
What happens when the messengers appear to be corrupting the message? Continue Reading A Phil Hall Op-Ed: Talking About a Recession
Arizona MLS to Add Floor Plans to Listings
WARDEX noted floor plans are a standard feature in many international real estate markets. Continue Reading Arizona MLS to Add Floor Plans to Listings
New Bill Seeks to Refocus Federal Home Loan Banks to Support Housing Finance
The legislation would require the FHLBank system to contribute 30% or a minimum of $200 million of its net earnings to its Affordable Home Program. Continue Reading New Bill Seeks to Refocus Federal Home Loan Banks to Support Housing Finance