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Mortgage Application Activity Surges by 11%
Mortgage application activity enjoyed a vigorous upswing during the week ending Feb. 27, according to data from the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA). The Market Composite Index, the MBA’s measure of mortgage loan application volume, increased 11% on a seasonally...
Mortgage Application Activity Surges by 11%
The FHA share of total applications decreased to 15.8% from 16.1% the week prior. Continue Reading Mortgage Application Activity Surges by 11%
Minnesota Property Taxes Could Rise by $1 Billion in 2026
Minnesota could experience a $1 billion increase in property taxes next year, with statewide levies reaching up to $14.6 billion, an increase of 6.9% from 2025. Final property taxes will be determined by the end of the year, and it would be the highest increase of...
Report: Chicago Property Taxes See Largest Hike in 30 Years
A new study released by the Cook County Treasurer’s Office has determined Chicago homeowners are facing the largest property tax jump in three decades. WLS reports the city’s predominantly Black and Hispanic communities will be hit the hardest with the property tax...
University of Arizona Snags $60 Million Deal for Stadium Naming Rights
The University of Arizona has signed a $60 million stadium naming rights deal with Casino Del Sol, creating a new record in Big 12 Conference history. SportsPro.com reports the naming rights partnership includes new exterior and interior branding, field logos and...
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SIOR Inducts Officers for 2025-2026 Term
Saadia Sheikh, CEO and founder of the Dallas- and New York City-based advisory firm Powersense, was named global president. Continue Reading SIOR Inducts Officers for 2025-2026 Term
Lisa Cook’s Attorney Slams Pulte’s Mortgage Fraud Charges, Claiming Partisan Targeting
“There is no fraud, no intent to deceive, nothing whatsoever criminal or remotely a basis to allege mortgage fraud,” said attorney Abbe Lowell. Continue Reading Lisa Cook’s Attorney Slams Pulte’s Mortgage Fraud Charges, Claiming Partisan Targeting
Leasing Underway at New ‘Ultra-Luxury’ 18W55 in Midtown Manhattan
18W55 is now about 25% leased, with rents ranging from $4,945 for studios to $35,000 for a full-floor three-bedroom penthouse. Continue Reading Leasing Underway at New ‘Ultra-Luxury’ 18W55 in Midtown Manhattan
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Report: Mauricio Umansky Slapped with $20,000 in Tax Liens
Prominent real estate broker and “Buying Beverly Hills” star Mauricio Umansky was back in the spotlight, albeit for the wrong reasons – the CEO of The Agency and co-founder of the American Real Estate Association was hit with four tax liens totaling $20,000....
Mortgage Application Activity Soars by 33%
The Refinance Index increased 44% from the previous week and was 22% higher than the same week one year ago. Continue Reading Mortgage Application Activity Soars by 33%
Housing and Real Estate Trade Groups Back Scott Turner as Next HUD Secretary
The trade organizations said Turner “understands the value of strengthening public-private partnerships.” Continue Reading Housing and Real Estate Trade Groups Back Scott Turner as Next HUD Secretary
Former Redfin Executive Adam Wiener Becomes President at Lower
Wiener gained industry prominence at Redfin, which he left in 2023 as president of real estate operations. Continue Reading Former Redfin Executive Adam Wiener Becomes President at Lower
D.R. Horton Begins Sales at New South Carolina Community
The new home community will celebrate its Grand Opening on Jan. 18 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Continue Reading D.R. Horton Begins Sales at New South Carolina Community
William Raveis Real Estate Launches Platform Focused on Nantucket Vacation Rental Market
CEO Bill Raveis called the platform “an invaluable resource for both renters and homeowners.” Continue Reading William Raveis Real Estate Launches Platform Focused on Nantucket Vacation Rental Market
Chris Lim Named EVP and Chief Growth Officer at RE/MAX Holdings
Lim previously served as president of Christie’s International Real Estate. Continue Reading Chris Lim Named EVP and Chief Growth Officer at RE/MAX Holdings
QXO Proposes to Acquire Beacon Roofing Supply for $124.25 Per Share in Cash
Beacon did not publicly comment on Jacobs’ letter. Continue Reading QXO Proposes to Acquire Beacon Roofing Supply for $124.25 Per Share in Cash
2024 Quebec Home Sales Back to Pre-Pandemic Levels
Across the province, the median price of single-family homes reached $450,000 by the end of 2024. Continue Reading 2024 Quebec Home Sales Back to Pre-Pandemic Levels