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Democrat Senator Calls on Trump to Declare National Emergency on Housing
The White House did not comment on Slotkin’s remarks or legislation. Continue Reading Democrat Senator Calls on Trump to Declare National Emergency on Housing
Democrat Senator Calls on Trump to Declare National Emergency on Housing
The White House did not comment on Slotkin’s remarks or legislation. Continue Reading Democrat Senator Calls on Trump to Declare National Emergency on Housing
Home Flipping Activity and Profits Down During Q3
A total of 72,217 single-family homes and condominiums were flipped in the third quarter, accounting for 6.8% of home sales between July and September. According to data from ATTOM, the number of flips nationwide was down quarter-over-quarter (from 79,335 in the...
Housing Advocacy Group Sues Newsom Over Suspension of Duplex/ADU Ban in LA Wildfire Areas
The San Francisco-headquartered housing advocacy group YIMBY Law has filed a lawsuit against California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s Executive Order that suspended SB 9 development in Los Angeles County areas impacted earlier this year by catastrophic wildfires. SB 9, passed...
Granite Real Estate Investment Trust to Delist from the NYSE
Toronto-based Granite Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX: GRT.UN / NYSE: GRP.U) announced its intention to voluntarily delist its trust units from the New York Stock Exchange while remaining actively traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange. The company has its decision...
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A Phil Hall Op-Ed: Where’s the Beef in Trump’s Housing Affordability Plans?
Is the Trump administration seriously addressing the lack of housing affordability? Continue Reading A Phil Hall Op-Ed: Where’s the Beef in Trump’s Housing Affordability Plans?
Mortgage Application Activity Remains Mostly Flat
“The government purchase index, which includes FHA, VA, and USDA applications, increased 9 percent and had the strongest week since 2023,” said MBA’s Joel Kan. Continue Reading Mortgage Application Activity Remains Mostly Flat
New Bill Would End Biden-Era Environmental Policies Impacting the Housing Market
Rep. Andy Biggs (R-AZ) introduced companion legislation in the House of Representatives. Continue Reading New Bill Would End Biden-Era Environmental Policies Impacting the Housing Market
Sutton Group Acquires Real Estate Tech Firm Homicity
Jamie Blades, founder and CEO of Homicity, will join Sutton Group as vice president of technology. Continue Reading Sutton Group Acquires Real Estate Tech Firm Homicity
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Study: Canadians Re-Evaluating Their Relationships with Lenders
56% of mortgage holders say they will explore refinancing with a different lender when it comes time to renew. Continue Reading Study: Canadians Re-Evaluating Their Relationships with Lenders
Seattle’s The Collective Group Joins The Real Brokerage
The Collective Group’s 15 real estate agents sold more than 180 homes year-to-date valued at $148 million. Continue Reading Seattle’s The Collective Group Joins The Real Brokerage
A Phil Hall Op-Ed: Charlie Kirk and the Housing Market
The slain conservative activist expressed repeated concerns on the evaporation of affordable homeownership opportunities. Continue Reading A Phil Hall Op-Ed: Charlie Kirk and the Housing Market
Mortgage Rates Drop to 11-Month Low
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.35% as of Sept. 11. Continue Reading Mortgage Rates Drop to 11-Month Low
Year-Over-Year Foreclosure Activity Up for Sixth Straight Month
One in every 3,987 housing units had a foreclosure filing last month. Continue Reading Year-Over-Year Foreclosure Activity Up for Sixth Straight Month
Survey Finds Most Homeowners Fear Insurance Will Become Unaffordable
Insurance challenges have forced one-third (33.7%) of home searchers to change the geographic area where they are looking for a home Continue Reading Survey Finds Most Homeowners Fear Insurance Will Become Unaffordable
Mortgage Credit Availability Inched Up During August
“Mortgage credit availability increased slightly in August, driven by a small increase in ARM product offerings, which was similar to what we saw in July,” said MBA’s Joel Kan. Continue Reading Mortgage Credit Availability Inched Up During August
Gov. Pritzker to Bears: Pay for Soldier Field Renovations Before Moving to New Stadium
“We need the Bears to pay off what’s owed on the existing stadium,” said Pritzker. Continue Reading Gov. Pritzker to Bears: Pay for Soldier Field Renovations Before Moving to New Stadium
Ohio Lawmakers Offer Bill to Prevent Foreclosure on Senior Homeowners
“We have heard from our constituents, calling with real fear of being taxed out of their homes,” said Adam Mathews. Continue Reading Ohio Lawmakers Offer Bill to Prevent Foreclosure on Senior Homeowners
Opendoor Names Kaz Nejatian as New CEO
He replaces Carrie Wheeler, who stepped down last month. Continue Reading Opendoor Names Kaz Nejatian as New CEO
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