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Leadership Change at FHLBank Atlanta
Reginald T. O’Shields will succeed Kirk R. Malmberg, effective Jan. 1, 2026. Continue Reading Leadership Change at FHLBank Atlanta
Leadership Change at FHLBank Atlanta
Reginald T. O’Shields will succeed Kirk R. Malmberg, effective Jan. 1, 2026. Continue Reading Leadership Change at FHLBank Atlanta
Ouch! New Home Sales Down by 13.7%
Sales of new single-family houses in May were at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 623,000, according to estimates released by the US Census Bureau and the Department of Housing and Urban Development. This marked a 13.7% slide from the April rate of 722,000 and is...
$110 Million Los Angeles Estate is May’s Most Expensive Home Sale
The 10 most expensive home sales during May were based entirely in Southern California, Florida and Manhattan, according to a new report from Redfin (NASDAQ: RDFN), with four of the homes selling for $55 million or more and all selling for more than $30 million. Last...
Trump Administration Intervenes in Eminent Domain Case Over NJ Family-Owned Farm
The Trump administration is intervening in a case involving a 175-year-old family-owned farm being threatened with eminent domain seizure by the town of Cranbury, New Jersey, which wants to take the property for the construction of affordable housing. Fox Business...
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Poll: 3 in 4 Canadians Support a Ban on Foreigners Buying Residential Properties
Just over half of Canadians (51%) trust the federal government under the Liberals to deliver affordable housing across the country. Continue Reading Poll: 3 in 4 Canadians Support a Ban on Foreigners Buying Residential Properties
Report: California’s Housing Affordability Gap Remains Wide for Blacks and Hispanics
During 2024, less than one-fifth (18%) of all Californians earned enough income to afford an $865,440 statewide median-priced detached home. Continue Reading Report: California’s Housing Affordability Gap Remains Wide for Blacks and Hispanics
Jack in the Box to Close Up to 200 Restaurants
The new program will consist of approximately 80-120 restaurant closures between now and Dec. 31. Continue Reading Jack in the Box to Close Up to 200 Restaurants
Infinite Reality to Build 60-Acre HQ Complex in Fort Lauderdale
The project is slated to open in 2026 at the site of a remediated former Superfund property. Continue Reading Infinite Reality to Build 60-Acre HQ Complex in Fort Lauderdale
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Nick Stonestreet Named President of Financial Services at DLP Capital
Before joining DLP Capital, Stonestreet was the CEO, chief investment officer, and senior partner of Blue Trust. Continue Reading Nick Stonestreet Named President of Financial Services at DLP Capital
Dunn Brothers Coffee Chain to Add 250 Stores Over Next 5 Years
Dunn Brothers currently operates 50 stores in seven states, with 28 located in Minnesota. Continue Reading Dunn Brothers Coffee Chain to Add 250 Stores Over Next 5 Years
Anywhere, Keller Williams and RE/MAX Receive Court OK on Settlement Agreements
The companies noted the settlements are not an admission of wrongdoing or liability. Continue Reading Anywhere, Keller Williams and RE/MAX Receive Court OK on Settlement Agreements
Bank of Canada Acknowledges Housing Cost Stress Created by High Interest Rates
“More borrowers will face pressure as they refinance existing mortgages at higher rates,” said the central bank. Continue Reading Bank of Canada Acknowledges Housing Cost Stress Created by High Interest Rates
Mortgage Rates Down for First Time in Five Weeks
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 7.09% as of May 9. Continue Reading Mortgage Rates Down for First Time in Five Weeks
Guest Opinion: Housing’s Fundamental Role in Economic Inclusion
Historic barriers to quality affordable housing are among the root causes of persistent economic disparities. Continue Reading Guest Opinion: Housing’s Fundamental Role in Economic Inclusion
Judge Rejects Bid by Batton 1 Plaintiffs to Block Brokerage Settlements
District Court Judge Andrea R. Wood said the request was “neither necessary nor appropriate.” Continue Reading Judge Rejects Bid by Batton 1 Plaintiffs to Block Brokerage Settlements
ATTOM: Fewer Residences Were Equity Rich During Q1
The portion of mortgaged homes that were seriously underwater inched up to 2.7%. Continue Reading ATTOM: Fewer Residences Were Equity Rich During Q1
Median Monthly Housing Costs at New Record High
Redfin reported the median sale price reached $384,721, up 4.5% for a new record high. Continue Reading Median Monthly Housing Costs at New Record High
Report: Bay Area Affordable Housing Development Falling Short of Target
“The need for affordable housing transcends jurisdictional boundaries,” said BAHFA Director Kate Hartley. Continue Reading Report: Bay Area Affordable Housing Development Falling Short of Target
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