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New Bill Would End Biden-Era Environmental Policies Impacting the Housing Market
Rep. Andy Biggs (R-AZ) introduced companion legislation in the House of Representatives. Continue Reading New Bill Would End Biden-Era Environmental Policies Impacting the Housing Market
New Bill Would End Biden-Era Environmental Policies Impacting the Housing Market
Rep. Andy Biggs (R-AZ) introduced companion legislation in the House of Representatives. Continue Reading New Bill Would End Biden-Era Environmental Policies Impacting the Housing Market
Florida Real Estate Investor Sentenced for $6.29 Million Tax Fraud
A Florida real estate investor was sentenced to three years in federal prison for making false and fraudulent statements on tax returns. According to court documents, Brian Davison was the co-founder and former CEO of the Tampa-based real estate investment firm...
Jennifer Beeston Debuts ’60-Minute Homebuyer’ Course
Mortgage originator and YouTube personality Jennifer Beeston has debuted her new, free "60-Minute Homebuyer" course designed to provide financial literacy to prospective homeowners. Now available at www.60minhomebuyer.com, the course offers an overview on how credit...
Starlight Investments Launches First Phase of Multifamily Community in British Columbia
The Canadian multifamily property developer Starlight Investments announced the groundbreaking of the 526-unit first phase of development for Harris Green Village, a multifamily community in downtown Victoria, British Columbia. According to the company, Harris Green...
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Illinois Home Sales Down as Prices Continue to Rise
The state’s median sales price took a 5% year-over-year rise to $315,000. Continue Reading Illinois Home Sales Down as Prices Continue to Rise
Former NFL Player Sentenced in Real Estate Embezzlement Scheme
Chris Harrison played with the Detroit Lions from 1996 to 1998 and was with the Baltimore Ravens in 1999. Continue Reading Former NFL Player Sentenced in Real Estate Embezzlement Scheme
Report: 6% of Sellers Risk Offloading Their Homes Below the Purchase Price
“The longer someone has owned their home, the more likely they are to come out ahead,” said Redfin Senior Economist Asad Khan. Continue Reading Report: 6% of Sellers Risk Offloading Their Homes Below the Purchase Price
Wisconsin Home Sales Down While Listings and Prices Rise
The Wisconsin Housing Affordability Index had a value of 124 in May last month, up 5.1% from the value of 118 set in May 2024. Continue Reading Wisconsin Home Sales Down While Listings and Prices Rise
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Rocket Mortgage Debuts Program to Lower Home Loan Payments
Homebuyers are eligible if they are purchasing a single-family home and have income equal to or less than 80% of their area median income. Continue Reading Rocket Mortgage Debuts Program to Lower Home Loan Payments
BlackRock in New Pact to Expand Saudi Arabian Real Estate Finance Market
BlackRock did not issue a press release announcing the pact. Continue Reading BlackRock in New Pact to Expand Saudi Arabian Real Estate Finance Market
New Alert Raises Concerns of Tax Evasion Schemes in Canadian Real Estate
“Canada’s real estate sector is used by criminals to facilitate tax evasion and money laundering,” said the new alert. Continue Reading New Alert Raises Concerns of Tax Evasion Schemes in Canadian Real Estate
David M. Gillece, Baltimore-Area Development Director and Real Estate Executive, Dies at 74
“David was a civic leader who got the job done and he didn’t need any acclaim,” said Wally D. Pinkard Jr., former CEO of Colliers Pinkard. Continue Reading David M. Gillece, Baltimore-Area Development Director and Real Estate Executive, Dies at 74
Canada Public Land Bank to Feature Federal Properties That Can Support Housing
Among the properties within the new entity are five sites that now intended for leasing and ready for builders. Continue Reading Canada Public Land Bank to Feature Federal Properties That Can Support Housing
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
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