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Ex-Credit Union Loan Officer Sentenced in HELOC Scheme
A former credit loan officer in Massachusetts was sentenced to 18 months in prison, followed by two years of supervised release, for defrauding his employer out of almost $1 million. According to the charges brought against him, Brian Socha was employed at MassMutual...
Ex-Credit Union Loan Officer Sentenced in HELOC Scheme
In addition to his prison term, Brian Socha was also ordered to pay $902,541.15 in restitution for bank fraud. Continue Reading Ex-Credit Union Loan Officer Sentenced in HELOC Scheme
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...
Court Orders California City to Approve Affordable Housing
The California Supreme Court ruled that the City of Huntington Beach must approve plans for residences that low-income people could afford. The San Francisco Chronicle reports the city argued the decision to build a specific amount and type of housing belongs to local...
Gloria Siciliano Named 2026 President at New Jersey Realtors
New Jersey Realtors has named Gloria Siciliano as its 2026 president. Siciliano received her broker’s license in 2001 and opened RE/MAX Gateway in Ocean Township, New Jersey, in 2006. She was president-elect in 2025 and treasurer in 2022 and 2023 and serves on New...
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Mortgage Rates Tick Up Slightly
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.22% as of Dec. 11, up from last week when it averaged 6.19% Continue Reading Mortgage Rates Tick Up Slightly
AG Bondi: ‘There is No Investigation into Bill Pulte’
It is unclear why Bondi waited three weeks to make this announcement. Continue Reading AG Bondi: ‘There is No Investigation into Bill Pulte’
NYC Man Pleads Guilty to Using Mortgage Fraud for Buying Maine Marijuana Grow House
Ken Yiu faces up to 30 years in prison and a maximum fine of $1 million for the mortgage fraud count and 20 years in prison and a maximum fine of $500,000 for the drug count. Continue Reading NYC Man Pleads Guilty to Using Mortgage Fraud for Buying Maine Marijuana Grow House
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Buffalo Homeowners Face Prospect of 8% Property Tax Hike
Acting Mayor Scanlon insisted the 8% property tax levy increase will generate around $13.7 million. Continue Reading Buffalo Homeowners Face Prospect of 8% Property Tax Hike
Los Angeles Developer Creates Scholarship for Aspiring Real Estate Professionals
The new $1,000 award aims to support undergraduate students pursuing careers in real estate. Continue Reading Los Angeles Developer Creates Scholarship for Aspiring Real Estate Professionals
Over 100 Fannie Mae Workers Fired Over ‘Unethical Conduct’
It is also unclear what, if any, role the Department of Government Efficiency played in identifying the alleged fraud. Continue Reading Over 100 Fannie Mae Workers Fired Over ‘Unethical Conduct’
FHA Extends Foreclosure Moratoriums in Hurricane Impacted Areas
The extensions are designed to assist households in devastated areas across Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia. Continue Reading FHA Extends Foreclosure Moratoriums in Hurricane Impacted Areas
Report: Roof Repair Costs at $31 Billion in 2024
Since 2022, non-catastrophic wind/hail roof claims increased from 17% to 25%. Continue Reading Report: Roof Repair Costs at $31 Billion in 2024
Foundational Builders Corporation Expanding to Arizona and Florida
The company appointed Joe El Rady as chief financial officer. Continue Reading Foundational Builders Corporation Expanding to Arizona and Florida
HomeLife Realty Services Rolls Out Cash Back Program
Buyers and sellers will receive a suggested 5% cash back from a participating agent’s share of the commission. Continue Reading HomeLife Realty Services Rolls Out Cash Back Program
United Wholesale Mortgage in AI Partnership with Google Cloud
UWM will integrate Google Cloud AI and machine learning tools into its lending platform. Continue Reading United Wholesale Mortgage in AI Partnership with Google Cloud
Sterling Organization Acquires Bay Area Shopping Center for $61.1 Million
The property is anchored by a 25,191-square-foot Safeway grocer and a 14,500-square-foot CVS Pharmacy. Continue Reading Sterling Organization Acquires Bay Area Shopping Center for $61.1 Million