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New Forecast Predicts 14% Spike in Existing Home Sales During 2026
“As we go into next year, the mortgage rate will be a little bit better,” said Chief Economist Lawrence Yun. Continue Reading New Forecast Predicts 14% Spike in Existing Home Sales During 2026
New Forecast Predicts 14% Spike in Existing Home Sales During 2026
“As we go into next year, the mortgage rate will be a little bit better,” said Chief Economist Lawrence Yun. Continue Reading New Forecast Predicts 14% Spike in Existing Home Sales During 2026
How Sweet It Is! Jackie Gleason’s UFO-Inspired Home Listed for $5.5 Million
One of the most audacious pieces of celebrity real estate is back on the market – Jackie Gleason’s UFO-inspired roundhouse in the Hudson Valley town of Cortlandt Manor, New York, is now listed for $5.5 million. Completed in 1959 and nicknamed “The Mothership,” the...
Existing Home Sales Up 2%
Existing home sales during July recorded a 2% month-over-month upswing to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.01 million, according to the National Association of Realtors (NAR). On a year-over-year measurement, sales were up by 0.8%. The sales increase was matched...
15% of Home Purchase Agreements Fell Through in July
Approximately 58,000 home purchase agreements were canceled in July, according to new data from the Rocket Companies (NYSE: RKT) division Redfin. The rate of cancelations accounted for 15.3% of homes that went under contract last month, up from 14.5% one year ago....
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FHFA’s Pulte: ‘Moneyed Corporations’ Are Trying ‘To Stop Us’
Pulte also used his personal X account to announce Westcor was being added “to Fannie Mae’s title acceptance pilot on certain refinances.” Continue Reading FHFA’s Pulte: ‘Moneyed Corporations’ Are Trying ‘To Stop Us’
Tech Trends: In Pursuit of User-Friendly Solutions
This week’s edition of Tech Trends offers four new solutions designed to make life easier for home sellers, property managers, and real estate investors. Continue Reading Tech Trends: In Pursuit of User-Friendly Solutions
Report: Large Banks Originating More ARMs
“Future reset risk is mitigated by large banks’ continued focus on lending to borrowers with high credit scores and low leverage,” the report said. Continue Reading Report: Large Banks Originating More ARMs
Mortgage Rates Record New Uptick
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.72% as of July 10. Continue Reading Mortgage Rates Record New Uptick
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Fathom Holdings Acquires Arizona Brokerage
My Home Group brings over 2,200 agents and completes approximately 12,000 transactions annually. Continue Reading Fathom Holdings Acquires Arizona Brokerage
Chinese Logistics Operators Account for 20% of New US Warehouse Leasing
Some companies are storing goods in the US ahead of possible new tariffs against China. Continue Reading Chinese Logistics Operators Account for 20% of New US Warehouse Leasing
Bernard Marcus, Co-Founder and First Chief Executive of The Home Depot, Dies at 95
Forbes magazine estimated Marcus’ net worth at $11 billion. Continue Reading Bernard Marcus, Co-Founder and First Chief Executive of The Home Depot, Dies at 95
Report: Renter Households Growing at Record Pace
The median asking rent was up 0.6% year-over-year in September. Continue Reading Report: Renter Households Growing at Record Pace
Metro Vancouver Home Sales Up Nearly 32%
The total number of properties currently listed for sale last month was 14,477, a 24.8% increase. Continue Reading Metro Vancouver Home Sales Up Nearly 32%
The Richman Group Closes Affordable Housing Tax Fund with $171.5 Million in Equity
The fund will facilitate the creation of 15 properties across 15 states. Continue Reading The Richman Group Closes Affordable Housing Tax Fund with $171.5 Million in Equity
Scott Henley Named CEO at Vista Residential Partners
Henley comes to Vista from Simpson Housing, where he was chief investment officer. Continue Reading Scott Henley Named CEO at Vista Residential Partners
Report: Housing Affordability a Top Concern Among 2 in 5 Early Voters
The leading concern for early voters was the economy (63%), followed by inflation (59%), and protecting democracy (56%). Continue Reading Report: Housing Affordability a Top Concern Among 2 in 5 Early Voters
Wyoming Realtors’ PAC Spends Nearly $550,000 on Ballot Amendment
4Wyoming’s outreach has included the creation of a website, billboard and online advertising. Continue Reading Wyoming Realtors’ PAC Spends Nearly $550,000 on Ballot Amendment
Atlanta Housing Issues RFP to Redevelop Vacant Historic Hotel
Atlanta Housing, Georgia’s largest housing authority, has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the redevelopment of a vacant historic hotel into a mixed-income community. The property was built in 1973 is a former Ramada Plaza that is commonly known as Stadium...
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