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CFPB to Continue Regulatory Operations into 2026
Last week, the White House nominated Stuart Levenbach, an associate director in the Office of Management and Budget, to become the next CFPB director. Continue Reading CFPB to Continue Regulatory Operations into 2026
CFPB to Continue Regulatory Operations into 2026
Last week, the White House nominated Stuart Levenbach, an associate director in the Office of Management and Budget, to become the next CFPB director. Continue Reading CFPB to Continue Regulatory Operations into 2026
Canadian REIT Buys Dallas-Area Apartment Complex for $87.5 Million
Toronto-headquartered BSR Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX: HOM.U, HOM.UN) announced that it has purchased The Ownsby Apartments in the Dallas submarket of Celina, Texas submarket for $87.5 million. Completed earlier this year, The Ownsby comprises 368 apartment...
Foreign Ownership and America’s Land: Drawing the Line Where Security Begins
When property deals move from economic opportunity to national vulnerability, it’s time for Americans to know the facts — and defend what’s ours. Over the past few months, I’ve seen an uptick in headlines and heated social media posts about foreigners “buying up...
California Home Affordability Improves Slightly From One Year Ago
Only 15% of California households could afford to purchase the $905,680 median-priced home in the second quarter, down from 17% in the first quarter and up slightly from 14% in the second quarter of 2024. According to data from the California Association of Realtors...
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Connecticut Governor Vetoes Affordable Housing Bill
“I’m not happy with the local red tape, but I want the towns to take the lead,” said Gov. Ned Lamont. Continue Reading Connecticut Governor Vetoes Affordable Housing Bill
Compass Sues Zillow Over ‘Anticompetitive’ Ban on Private Listings
“No one company should have the power to ban agents or listings simply because they don’t follow that company’s business model,” said Compass CEO Robert Reffkin. Continue Reading Compass Sues Zillow Over ‘Anticompetitive’ Ban on Private Listings
Existing Home Sales Up in May
The median existing home price for May was $422,800, up 1.3% from the $417,200 price set one year earlier. Continue Reading Existing Home Sales Up in May
Pennsylvania Governor Declines to Rule Out Using Public Funds for New NFL Stadiums
“I’m very worried about the overall budget,” Shapiro said. Continue Reading Pennsylvania Governor Declines to Rule Out Using Public Funds for New NFL Stadiums
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John Good Named CEO at VineBrook Homes Trust
The company also announced the appointment of Paul Richards as chief financial officer, assistant secretary and treasurer. Continue Reading John Good Named CEO at VineBrook Homes Trust
Blake Johnson to Become CFO at Granite Point Mortgage Trust
He will succeed Marcin Urbaszek, who announced he is stepping down. Continue Reading Blake Johnson to Become CFO at Granite Point Mortgage Trust
Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of Aug. 19-23
A new NAR leader, a jaw-dropping data revision and more Britons buying homes are part of the week’s Hits and Misses. Continue Reading Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of Aug. 19-23
Maine Home Sales Rise by Nearly 11%
The $399,250 median sales price in July was a 5.07% uptick from the $380,000 in July 2023. Continue Reading Maine Home Sales Rise by Nearly 11%
Feds Sue Software Firm RealPage, Alleging Collusion with Landlords on Rent Hikes
Attorney General Merrick Garland said the company created a “new way to scheme with landlords to break the law.” Continue Reading Feds Sue Software Firm RealPage, Alleging Collusion with Landlords on Rent Hikes
New Home Sales Up, But Questions on Federal Data Arise
The median sales price of new houses sold in July was $429,800 while the average sales price was $514,800. Continue Reading New Home Sales Up, But Questions on Federal Data Arise
Powell on Rates: ‘Time Has Come for Policy to Adjust’
Powell acknowledged that the Fed has been and will continue to be open to criticism. Continue Reading Powell on Rates: ‘Time Has Come for Policy to Adjust’
McDonald’s Plans Over 200 New Restaurants Across UK
McDonald’s plans to upgrade more than 1,500 existing restaurants. Continue Reading McDonald’s Plans Over 200 New Restaurants Across UK
Cushman & Wakefield Hires Miles Treaster as Head of Capital Markets
Early in his career, Treaster was part of Cushman & Wakefield’s investment sales group in San Francisco. Continue Reading Cushman & Wakefield Hires Miles Treaster as Head of Capital Markets
Wesley LePatner Promoted to CEO of Blackstone Real Estate Income Trust
She succeeds Frank Cohen, who will become chairman of the board of directors. Continue Reading Wesley LePatner Promoted to CEO of Blackstone Real Estate Income Trust
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