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Q3 Mortgage Originations Down Slightly
Mortgage activity increased quarterly in 98 of the 209 metropolitan areas analyzed by ATTOM. Continue Reading Q3 Mortgage Originations Down Slightly
Q3 Mortgage Originations Down Slightly
Mortgage activity increased quarterly in 98 of the 209 metropolitan areas analyzed by ATTOM. Continue Reading Q3 Mortgage Originations Down Slightly
Single-Family Housing Starts and Permits Down in June
Single-family housing starts in June were at a rate of 883,000, according to data from the US Census Bureau and Department of Housing and Urban Development. This is 4.6% below the revised May figure of 926,000. Privately-owned housing starts in June were at a...
Florida Congresswoman Asks DOJ to Investigate Fed’s Powell for Perjury
A Florida congresswoman has asked the Department of Justice (DOJ) to investigate whether perjury charges should be brought against Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell in connection to the cost overruns on the renovations being undertaken at the central bank’s...
Toronto Lawyer Charged with Multiple Fraud Counts Involving Real Estate Transactions
A Toronto lawyer is facing multiple fraud charges tied to alleged to multiple real estate transactions. The Toronto Police Service arrested and charged Singa Bui, a partner at the now-defunct Cartel & Bui LLP, 24 counts of fraud over $5,000, 17 counts of criminal...
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Ginnie Mae’s MBS Portfolio Reached $2.74 Trillion in April
The April issuance encompassed $42.2 billion in total MBS, resulting in a net portfolio growth of $10.6 billion. Continue Reading Ginnie Mae’s MBS Portfolio Reached $2.74 Trillion in April
Canadian Home Sales Flattened in April
The non-seasonally adjusted national average home price was $679,866 in April, down 3.9% from one year before. Continue Reading Canadian Home Sales Flattened in April
Vietnam Approves Trump Organization’s Golf Resort Real Estate Project
The projects will encompass a golf course the size 336 American football fields, residential areas, commercial spaces and parks. Continue Reading Vietnam Approves Trump Organization’s Golf Resort Real Estate Project
Voice of America’s DC HQ Listed for Sale
The million-square-foot property was constructed in 1940. Continue Reading Voice of America’s DC HQ Listed for Sale
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UWM Debuts 0% Down Purchase Program
UWM’s Mat Ishbia said the program “is going to change the game this purchase season.” Continue Reading UWM Debuts 0% Down Purchase Program
Lennar Unveils Townhome Community in Florida’s Pembroke Park
Pricing for the new community starts in the low $500,000s. Continue Reading Lennar Unveils Townhome Community in Florida’s Pembroke Park
Alliant Credit Union Launches Small Balance Commercial Real Estate Lending Platform
SBL Edge is designed for borrowers in the multifamily, manufactured housing and self-storage sectors. Continue Reading Alliant Credit Union Launches Small Balance Commercial Real Estate Lending Platform
FHFA Seeks Input on Future Mission for FHLBank System
Public input is being accepted through July 15. Continue Reading FHFA Seeks Input on Future Mission for FHLBank System
Convicted Sex Offender Reportedly Harassing Female Real Estate Agents in Ohio
The suspect is believed to be Robert Willett, who was twice arrested for criminal activities aimed at female agents. Continue Reading Convicted Sex Offender Reportedly Harassing Female Real Estate Agents in Ohio
Mortgage Rates Down Slightly, Though Still Elevated
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 7.02%, down from last week when it averaged 7.09%. Continue Reading Mortgage Rates Down Slightly, Though Still Elevated
Rosalyn Merrick Named Chief Executive at Atlanta Habitat for Humanity
Merrick succeeds Alan Ferguson, who is stepping down to pursue other endeavors. Continue Reading Rosalyn Merrick Named Chief Executive at Atlanta Habitat for Humanity
CBRE Predicts Lodging Sector RevPAR Growth Improvement in H2 2024
CBRE expects RevPAR to achieve a nominal record of $101.20 this year, representing 115% of pre-pandemic levels in 2019. Continue Reading CBRE Predicts Lodging Sector RevPAR Growth Improvement in H2 2024
Margaritaville to Create Beachfront Condo Development in Panama
Punta Pacifica Realty is the exclusive sales agent for Margaritaville Beach Resort & Residences Playa Caracol. Continue Reading Margaritaville to Create Beachfront Condo Development in Panama
Supreme Court Upholds CFPB Funding Structure
The ruling reversed an appeals court decision that declared the funding structure was unconstitutional. Continue Reading Supreme Court Upholds CFPB Funding Structure
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