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Fannie and Freddie Conforming Loan Limits Raised for 2026
The increase is linked to the 3.26% house price increase recorded between the third quarters of 2024 and 2025. Continue Reading Fannie and Freddie Conforming Loan Limits Raised for 2026
Fannie and Freddie Conforming Loan Limits Raised for 2026
The increase is linked to the 3.26% house price increase recorded between the third quarters of 2024 and 2025. Continue Reading Fannie and Freddie Conforming Loan Limits Raised for 2026
New Legislation Seeks to Address Systemic Bias in Home Appraisals
Six Democratic senators have introduced legislation designed to address the potential for systemic bias in the home appraisal process. The Appraisal Modernization Act would require the Federal Housing Finance Agency to publish an online database of property-level...
Utah Blocks Land Purchase Near Airport by Chinese Defense Contractor
Utah Gov. Spencer J. Cox announced his administration has stopped an attempted land acquisition near Provo Airport by Cirrus Aircraft, a company that is majority-owned by the defense contractor Aviation Industry Corporation of China (AVIC). A 2023 Utah law prevents...
New Bipartisan Bill Seeks Government Support for ADU Construction
A bipartisan effort is seeking to create a government-backed loan program that will help homeowners fund the creation of accessory dwelling units (ADUs) homes on their properties. The Wall Street Journal reports Rep. Sam Liccardo (D-CA) and Rep. Andrew Garbarino...
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Study: Abandoned Residential Properties Could be Worth Over $150 Billion
The so-called “zombie foreclosures” numbered over 7,000 as of the end of the fourth quarter of 2024. Continue Reading Study: Abandoned Residential Properties Could be Worth Over $150 Billion
Construction Begins on 42-Unit Boston Affordable Housing Community
Talbot Commons II will be the second phase of the larger Talbot Commons project, which broke ground in 2020. Continue Reading Construction Begins on 42-Unit Boston Affordable Housing Community
Bank of America to Open 150 New Financial Centers
The bank opened a new flagship financial center at 2 Bryant Park in New York City. Continue Reading Bank of America to Open 150 New Financial Centers
Grassroots Movement Seeks to Abolish Ohio’s Property Taxes
Gov. Mike DeWine opposes this initiative. Continue Reading Grassroots Movement Seeks to Abolish Ohio’s Property Taxes
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Sean Hannity Lists Long Island Mansion for $13.75 Million
Hannity acquired the property through a limited liability company in 2008 for $8.5 million. Continue Reading Sean Hannity Lists Long Island Mansion for $13.75 Million
Floor & Decor to Open First NYC Store
Atlanta-headquartered Floor & Decor has 228 stores nationwide. Continue Reading Floor & Decor to Open First NYC Store
California Realtors Publish Open Letter Explaining Settlement Terms
“We come to this job because we love putting people in homes,” the letter said. Continue Reading California Realtors Publish Open Letter Explaining Settlement Terms
National Park Service Approves Demolition of RFK Stadium
The stadium opened in 1961 as District of Columbia Stadium. Continue Reading National Park Service Approves Demolition of RFK Stadium
HUD Issues Guidance for Artificial Intelligence’s Impact on the Fair Housing Act
HUD’s guidance focuses on the tenant screening process and advertising. Continue Reading HUD Issues Guidance for Artificial Intelligence’s Impact on the Fair Housing Act
William Raveis Acquires South Carolina’s Carson Realty
The financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. Continue Reading William Raveis Acquires South Carolina’s Carson Realty
Tech Trends: What’s New in Real Estate Tech?
Four new real estate technology products are in the spotlight. Continue Reading Tech Trends: What’s New in Real Estate Tech?
Lennar Opens Stoneriver Community in Suburban Raleigh
Pricing at Stoneriver begins in the mid $400,000s for single-family homes. Continue Reading Lennar Opens Stoneriver Community in Suburban Raleigh
Mortgage Rates Soar for Fifth Consecutive Week
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 7.22% as of May 2. Continue Reading Mortgage Rates Soar for Fifth Consecutive Week
The Best Month and Day to Sell a Home Is…
The greatest seller premiums were generated in May, February and April. Continue Reading The Best Month and Day to Sell a Home Is…
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