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Fannie and Freddie Conforming Loan Limits Raised for 2026
The increase is linked to the 3.26% house price increase recorded between the third quarters of 2024 and 2025. Continue Reading Fannie and Freddie Conforming Loan Limits Raised for 2026
Fannie and Freddie Conforming Loan Limits Raised for 2026
The increase is linked to the 3.26% house price increase recorded between the third quarters of 2024 and 2025. Continue Reading Fannie and Freddie Conforming Loan Limits Raised for 2026
Mortgage Rates at 10-Month Low
The 30-year fixed-rate averaged 6.58% as of Aug. 14, 2025, according to the latest Primary Mortgage Market Survey published by Freddie Mac (OTCQB: FMCC). This is down from last week when it averaged 6.63%; it also marked the lowest level recorded year-to-date. A year...
Treasury Secretary Bessent Backpedals on Demand for Fed to Cut Rates by 50 Basis Points
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is walking back demands he made yesterday that the Federal Reserve cut rates by 50 basis points at its next policy meeting in September. In an interview on Fox Business this morning, Bessent insisted, “I didn't tell the Fed what to do....
Foreign Purchases of Texas Residential Properties Up 9% Year-Over-Year
The number of residential properties sold in Texas to international buyers is up by nearly 9% year-over-year, according to the 2025 Texas International Residential Transactions Report released by Texas Realtors. The new report found nearly 7,500 buyers from other...
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Brigil Previews Proposed $1.3 Billion Quebec Urban Hub
Espace Canevas will be based at the site of the former Village Cartier shopping center. Continue Reading Brigil Previews Proposed $1.3 Billion Quebec Urban Hub
A Phil Hall Op-Ed: Did the Real Estate Industry Help a Socialist Running for NYC Mayor?
Real estate corporations and executives invested heavily in Andrew Cuomo’s mayoral campaign, creating a backlash with New York City voters. Continue Reading A Phil Hall Op-Ed: Did the Real Estate Industry Help a Socialist Running for NYC Mayor?
HUD to Move HQ to Virginia, Displacing National Science Foundation
HUD Secretary Scott Turner has been highly critical of HUD’s longtime headquarters at the Robert C. Weaver Federal Building. Continue Reading HUD to Move HQ to Virginia, Displacing National Science Foundation
FHFA Orders Review for Using Cryptocurrencies in Mortgage Market
No deadline was set, but Pulte asked that the directive “should be implemented as soon as reasonably practical.” Continue Reading FHFA Orders Review for Using Cryptocurrencies in Mortgage Market
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Mortgage Application Activity Up 1.6%
Among the federal programs, the FHA share of total applications decreased to 14.6% from 15.3% the week prior. Continue Reading Mortgage Application Activity Up 1.6%
Global Net Lease Sells Two More Properties in Strategic Disposition Plan
Michael Weil, CEO of GNL, stated, “We are pleased with the rapid progress of our strategic disposition initiative.” Continue Reading Global Net Lease Sells Two More Properties in Strategic Disposition Plan
Historic Newport Mansion’s $10.8 Million Sale is Rhode Island’s Biggest of 2024
The Orchard last changed hands in 2018 for $4.35 million. Continue Reading Historic Newport Mansion’s $10.8 Million Sale is Rhode Island’s Biggest of 2024
CMBS Delinquency Rate Inches Up
The multifamily sector fueled the uptick. Continue Reading CMBS Delinquency Rate Inches Up
Finland Seeks to Ban Real Estate Purchases by Russians
The proposed policy change did not specifically name Russia, but made it obvious which nation was being targeted. Continue Reading Finland Seeks to Ban Real Estate Purchases by Russians
Oregon Real Estate Investment Firm Owners Indicted on Fraud Charges
Christensen and Matic have been charged in a 21-count indictment with conspiracy to commit wire fraud, wire fraud, and money laundering. Continue Reading Oregon Real Estate Investment Firm Owners Indicted on Fraud Charges
DOJ in $38 Million Settlement with Los Angeles Over Non-Compliance of HUD Accessibility Requirements
The city was accused of failing to maintain a publicly available list of accessible units and their accessibility features. Continue Reading DOJ in $38 Million Settlement with Los Angeles Over Non-Compliance of HUD Accessibility Requirements
Dan Sogorka Named General Manager of Rocket Pro TPO
Sogorka previously served as CEO and president of Sagent, a fintech company that designs and builds digital mortgage servicing platforms. Continue Reading Dan Sogorka Named General Manager of Rocket Pro TPO
Colorado City Blames Media for ‘Misleading Information’ on Venezuelan Gang Presence
“It is tragic that select individuals and entities have mischaracterized our city based on isolated incidents,” said the city government on X. Continue Reading Colorado City Blames Media for ‘Misleading Information’ on Venezuelan Gang Presence
Planned Soccer Stadium for Connecticut Delayed Until at Least 2026
Bridgeport has a history where big projects were announced but never begun. Continue Reading Planned Soccer Stadium for Connecticut Delayed Until at Least 2026
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