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CMBS Delinquency Rate Dropped to 7.14% in February
The delinquency rate for commercial mortgage-backed securities (CMBS) decreased by 33 points in February to 7.14%, according to a new data report from Trepp Inc. One year ago, the delinquency rate was 6.30%. “The decline came thanks to a net decrease in overall...
CMBS Delinquency Rate Dropped to 7.14% in February
Three of the five major commercial property sectors recorded delinquency rate declines. Continue Reading CMBS Delinquency Rate Dropped to 7.14% in February
Minnesota Real Estate Investor Sentenced for $420 Million Bank Fraud Scheme
Matthew Thomas Onofrio, a Minnesota real estate investor who previously worked as a nurse anesthetist, was sentenced to 36 months in federal prison for carrying out a $420 million bank fraud scheme. According to the charges against him, Onofrio used online...
Report: Home Price Appreciation Up During November
The median sale price on homes during November was $385,000, according to a data report from Homes.com. This marked a $9,120 or 2.4% year-over-year rise and a continuation of the 10-month stretch where median prices are between $375,000 and $395,000. Across the nearly...
Hospitality Capital Partners Acquires 5 Arizona Hotels for $72 Million
Phoenix-based Hospitality Capital Partners (HCP), in conjunction with its equity partner National Property Advisors, acquired a portfolio of five Arizona hotels from Service Properties Trust for $72 million. The portfolio encompasses more than 665 rooms consists at...
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Architects Urge New Designer on White House East Wing Ballroom to Reject the Project’s Commission
Shalom Baranes Associates replaced James McCrery, who stepped down as the project’s original architect in October. Continue Reading Architects Urge New Designer on White House East Wing Ballroom to Reject the Project’s Commission
HUD Investigates Affordable Housing Discrimination Against Whites in Boston
“As you are aware, the Trump administration is dedicated to protecting the civil rights of all Americans,” said HUD’s Craig Trainor in his letter. Continue Reading HUD Investigates Affordable Housing Discrimination Against Whites in Boston
Another Grand Jury Refuses to Indict Letitia James on Mortgage Fraud-Related Charges
For the second time in a week, a Virginia grand jury has refused to indict New York Attorney General on mortgage fraud-related charges. The New York Times notes that while there is nothing to prevent the Trum administration from trying to indict her again, the...
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Chicago Real Estate Broker Sentenced for $3 Million Investor Fraud
In addition to his prison sentence, Sannikov must pay $2.19 million in remaining restitution to four victims. Continue Reading Chicago Real Estate Broker Sentenced for $3 Million Investor Fraud
St. Louis Man Pleads Guilty to Mortgage Fraud Scams
Edward James Mitchell Jr. is scheduled to be sentenced on July 8. Continue Reading St. Louis Man Pleads Guilty to Mortgage Fraud Scams
Washington State Lawmakers Consider Bill to Raise Property Tax Cap
“Without a doubt, if this property tax goes into effect, many will be forced to foreclose on their homes,” said the Washington State Republican Party. Continue Reading Washington State Lawmakers Consider Bill to Raise Property Tax Cap
Florida Realtors Oppose Bill to Eliminate State’s Real Estate Commission
“Removing FREC from the regulation of the real estate profession is too big a risk to take,” said CEO Margy Grant. Continue Reading Florida Realtors Oppose Bill to Eliminate State’s Real Estate Commission
Robert M. Sawyer, Prominent Developer and Real Estate Educator, Passes Away at 87
He created Dukes Academy, which offered real estate education, and authored the 2008 book “Massachusetts Real Estate: Principles, Practices, and Law.” Continue Reading Robert M. Sawyer, Prominent Developer and Real Estate Educator, Passes Away at 87
Fidelity Investments to Sublease Boston HQ Ahead of Relocation
Fidelity acquired and moved into the 245 Summer Street property in 1999 but sold it five years later. Continue Reading Fidelity Investments to Sublease Boston HQ Ahead of Relocation
Mortgage Marketing Vault Launches as Platform for Loan Officers
The new platform offers online marketing content including social media posts, videos and blog articles to templates and printables. Continue Reading Mortgage Marketing Vault Launches as Platform for Loan Officers
Survey: 44% of Sellers Would Work with Agent That Has a Violent Criminal Record
The survey found 51% of sellers would work with agents who refuse to provide references. Continue Reading Survey: 44% of Sellers Would Work with Agent That Has a Violent Criminal Record
Report: $603 Billion Spent on Home Remodeling Projects in 2024
Most consumers (89%) reported housing affordability was not a deciding factor in their decisions to remodel. Continue Reading Report: $603 Billion Spent on Home Remodeling Projects in 2024