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Starter Home Sales Up Nearly 5%
The typical starter home price rose 2% year-over-year to $260,000 in October. Continue Reading Starter Home Sales Up Nearly 5%
Starter Home Sales Up Nearly 5%
The typical starter home price rose 2% year-over-year to $260,000 in October. Continue Reading Starter Home Sales Up Nearly 5%
Report: 53% of All Homes Lost Value Since Last Year
A new data report from Zillow (NASDAQ: Z, ZG) has determined that 53% of all US homes have lost value since last year, marking the largest share since 2012. However, the news isn’t entirely bad. Zillow also noted most homeowners have seen their home values rise...
New Home Purchase Mortgage Applications Down in October
Mortgage applications for new home purchases during October were down by 2.6% from one year earlier and were down by 1% from one month earlier, according to data from the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA). The MBA estimated new single-family home sales were running...
New Forecast Predicts 14% Spike in Existing Home Sales During 2026
A new forecast from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) is predicting a 14% increase in existing home sales during 2026. NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun is expecting improved economic conditions next year with easing mortgage rates and a stronger job market....
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$37.5 Million Sale Breaks Record for Residential Transaction in Martha’s Vineyard
The three-acre estate features a 15,000-square-foot residence with seven bedrooms. Continue Reading $37.5 Million Sale Breaks Record for Residential Transaction in Martha’s Vineyard
Maryland Sues Trump Administration for Blocking FBI HQ Relocation to the State
The administration overturned a Biden-era plan to move the agency’s offices out of Washington to a new building that was planned for Greenbelt, Maryland. Continue Reading Maryland Sues Trump Administration for Blocking FBI HQ Relocation to the State
Blackstone Quietly Offloading $1.8 Billion Senior Housing Portfolio at a Loss
Blackstone has been selling off the properties in a series of one-off transactions. Continue Reading Blackstone Quietly Offloading $1.8 Billion Senior Housing Portfolio at a Loss
Apartment Rents Record Greatest October Decline in Over 15 Years
On an annual measurement, rent growth slowed to 0.8%. Continue Reading Apartment Rents Record Greatest October Decline in Over 15 Years
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Canadian Housing Starts Drop 16% in August
The year-to-date total was 156,283, up 4% from the same period in 2024. Continue Reading Canadian Housing Starts Drop 16% in August
Report: Trump to Take Lisa Cook Ouster Efforts to the Supreme Court
It is unclear when the administration would take the matter to the Supreme Court. Continue Reading Report: Trump to Take Lisa Cook Ouster Efforts to the Supreme Court
Brian Vieaux Named President and CEO at MISMO
Vieaux is currently president and chief operating officer at FinLocker, a financial fitness platform that prepares consumers to achieve and sustain homeownership. Continue Reading Brian Vieaux Named President and CEO at MISMO
When Apple Fails, It Fixes; When Regulators Fail, Families Pay
It’s time to demand smarter regulation that protects families, encourages innovation, and keeps the American dream alive for the next generation. Continue Reading When Apple Fails, It Fixes; When Regulators Fail, Families Pay
Mortgage Applications for New Home Purchases Inch Up by 1% from Last Year
The average loan size for new homes increased from $372,745 in July to $374,288 in August. Continue Reading Mortgage Applications for New Home Purchases Inch Up by 1% from Last Year
Builder Confidence Holds Steady
“NAHB expects the Fed to cut the federal funds rate at their meeting this week, which will help lower interest rates for builder and developer loans,” said Chief Economist Robert Dietz. Continue Reading Builder Confidence Holds Steady
FHFA’s Pulte Blasts ‘Fake News’ for Not Backing His Efforts to Remove Fed Gov. Lisa Cook
In comparison, President Trump made no mention of the appeals court ruling on his Truth Social page. Continue Reading FHFA’s Pulte Blasts ‘Fake News’ for Not Backing His Efforts to Remove Fed Gov. Lisa Cook
Plans for Chicago-Area Cricket Stadium Proceed Despite Lack of Team for the Venue
The stadium would operate from April to October, with cricket matches occurring in the evenings and on weekends. Continue Reading Plans for Chicago-Area Cricket Stadium Proceed Despite Lack of Team for the Venue
FHLBank Atlanta Announces $11.7 Million in Grants for Affordable Multifamily Rental Housing Development
Grant applications are now being accepted through Oct. 3. Continue Reading FHLBank Atlanta Announces $11.7 Million in Grants for Affordable Multifamily Rental Housing Development
Appeals Court Rejects Trump’s Attempt to Fire Lisa Cook; Senate Approves Miran for Temporary Fed Seat
Neither Trump nor Pulte offered an immediate comment on the court’s ruling. Continue Reading Appeals Court Rejects Trump’s Attempt to Fire Lisa Cook; Senate Approves Miran for Temporary Fed Seat
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