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Mortgage Rates Down Slightly
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.21% as of Dec. 18. Continue Reading Mortgage Rates Down Slightly
Mortgage Rates Down Slightly
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.21% as of Dec. 18. Continue Reading Mortgage Rates Down Slightly
Report: Average Buyer’s Agent Commission Up Slightly Since New NAR Rules
The average buyer’s agent commission during the third quarter was 2.42%, up from 2.36% one year earlier, while commissions were virtually flat compared to the previous quarter. According to a new data report from Redfin, commissions are at roughly the same level they...
New York State Raises Property Tax Exemption for Seniors to 65%
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul has signed a bill into law that allows localities to provide seniors with up to a 65% property tax exemption. Legislation S5175A/A3698A replaces the previous 50% maximum percentage of exemption local governments have been able to offer...
Report: Refinance Retention at 3.5-Year High
Refinance retention reached a 3.5-year high (28%) during the third quarter with servicers retaining more than half of borrowers refinancing out of 2024 vintage loans, according to the newly published December 2025 ICE Mortgage Monitor Report. Rate-and-term retention...
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More Than Two-Thirds of EU Households are Homeowners
Germany was the only EU country where tenants (53% of the population) were in greater numbers than homeowners. Continue Reading More Than Two-Thirds of EU Households are Homeowners
CMBS Delinquency Rate Down for November
November marked only fourth time this year that the overall CMBS delinquency rate decreased. Continue Reading CMBS Delinquency Rate Down for November
Over 60% of NYC Homes Were All-Cash Purchases During H1 2025
New foreclosure filings across the city nearly doubled over the first six months of 2025 compared to the second half of last year. Continue Reading Over 60% of NYC Homes Were All-Cash Purchases During H1 2025
eXp Realty Debuts International Property Search Platform
The new platform at LYVVE.com includes listings from nearly 30 countries. Continue Reading eXp Realty Debuts International Property Search Platform
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New York State Launches Housing Accelerator Fund
The initial cohort of Housing Acceleration Fund awards are expected to result in approximately 1,800 new homes. Continue Reading New York State Launches Housing Accelerator Fund
Joint Venture Acquires Sotherly Hotels REIT
“This transaction is a testament to the high-quality portfolio that Sotherly has built over the past 20-plus years,” said David Folsom, Sotherly’s CEO. Continue Reading Joint Venture Acquires Sotherly Hotels REIT
Beeline Announces First Blockchain-Recorded Home Equity Transactions
BeelineEquity closed five blockchain-tracked equity transactions, with five more scheduled this month. Continue Reading Beeline Announces First Blockchain-Recorded Home Equity Transactions
Plymouth Industrial REIT Acquired by Joint Venture for $2.1 Billion
“This all-cash transaction will deliver significant, immediate and certain value to Plymouth shareholders,” said Jeff Witherell, CEO and co-founder of Plymouth. Continue Reading Plymouth Industrial REIT Acquired by Joint Venture for $2.1 Billion
Douglas Elliman in Rebranding Initiative After Selling Property Management Division
Watson’s client list includes Mandarin Oriental, Mayo Clinic, and Four Seasons. Continue Reading Douglas Elliman in Rebranding Initiative After Selling Property Management Division
Steve Francis Named Charlotte Division President at Tri Pointe Homes
Francis joins the company following a tenure as division president for Pulte Group in Charlotte. Continue Reading Steve Francis Named Charlotte Division President at Tri Pointe Homes
Report: Prosecutor Warns Mortgage Fraud Case Against Sen. Schiff Lacks Viable Evidence
A news report is claiming the Trump administration’s attempt to bring a mortgage fraud indictment against one of its most vocal critics, Sen. Adam Schiff (D-CA), has stalled due to a perceived lack of viable evidence needed to bring the case to trial. MSNBC, sourcing...
NJ Governor Intervenes to Stop Eminent Domain Seizure of 175-Year-Old Family Farm
“New Jersey will always protect its farmers and farmland,” said Gov. Phil Murphy. Continue Reading NJ Governor Intervenes to Stop Eminent Domain Seizure of 175-Year-Old Family Farm
Phishing Emails Targeting NAMB Members
“This email is NOT from NAMB,” said the organization’s message to its membership. Continue Reading Phishing Emails Targeting NAMB Members
Minnesota Real Estate Agent Charged with Multiple Tax Crimes
Kevin Patrick Mullen evaded paying income taxes earned through his business, Ideal Properties and Investments LLC, from 2019 through 2023. Continue Reading Minnesota Real Estate Agent Charged with Multiple Tax Crimes
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