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FBI Director Kash Patel Announces Closure of Agency’s Longtime DC HQ
The Hoover Building served as FBI headquarters since 1975. Continue Reading FBI Director Kash Patel Announces Closure of Agency’s Longtime DC HQ
FBI Director Kash Patel Announces Closure of Agency’s Longtime DC HQ
The Hoover Building served as FBI headquarters since 1975. Continue Reading FBI Director Kash Patel Announces Closure of Agency’s Longtime DC HQ
National Private Lenders Association Launches Watchlist for Advancing Risk Controls
The National Private Lenders Association (NPLA) has launched the NPLA Watchlist, a searchable, members-only risk-intelligence program designed to help lenders, brokers, and service providers identify high-risk counterparties before funding. According to the...
New Study Tracks 10-Year Decline in Quebec’s Home Affordability Levels
A new study published by the Quebec Professional Association of Real Estate Brokers (QPAREB) has identified the deterioration of the province’s single-family home affordability over the past 10 years, with some regions experiencing a higher level of challenge. The...
Japan to Create National Database Tracking Foreign Ownership of Real Estate
The Japanese government is planning to create a centralized database to identify and manage foreign ownership of real estate. The Japan News, citing unnamed “multiple government sources,” reports the creation of a nationality registration system is designed to make...
NEWS & CURRENT EVENTS
New Home Purchase Mortgage Applications Down in October
The average loan size for new homes increased from $379,107 in September to $381,404 in October. Continue Reading New Home Purchase Mortgage Applications Down in October
New Forecast Predicts 14% Spike in Existing Home Sales During 2026
“As we go into next year, the mortgage rate will be a little bit better,” said Chief Economist Lawrence Yun. Continue Reading New Forecast Predicts 14% Spike in Existing Home Sales During 2026
Report: White House Officials Tried to Get Pulte Fired
“Trump has resisted, telling confidants he appreciates Pulte’s loyalty,” the report said. Continue Reading Report: White House Officials Tried to Get Pulte Fired
Canadian Home Sales Up, Prices Down in October
There were 189,000 properties listed for sale on all Canadian MLS Systems at the end of last month, up 7.2% from October 2024. Continue Reading Canadian Home Sales Up, Prices Down in October
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Texas Acquires 2 Hotels Adjacent to the Alamo
The Menger Hotel was built in 1859, and the Crockett was built in 1909. Continue Reading Texas Acquires 2 Hotels Adjacent to the Alamo
Gov. DeSantis: Canadian Tourist Money Will Fill Void if Property Taxes Are Eliminated
However, current trends are showing a decline in Canadian arrivals in the Sunshine State. Continue Reading Gov. DeSantis: Canadian Tourist Money Will Fill Void if Property Taxes Are Eliminated
Mortgage Originations Up 19% During Q2
A total of 689,217 refinance loans were issued in the second quarter, up 16.4% from the prior quarter. Continue Reading Mortgage Originations Up 19% During Q2
Connecticut Estate Once Owned by Mike Tyson and 50 Cent Listed for $9.9 Million
The 17.6-acre property features a 51,000-square-foot home with 19 bedrooms. Continue Reading Connecticut Estate Once Owned by Mike Tyson and 50 Cent Listed for $9.9 Million
Valerie White to Lead LISC’s National Housing Team
White has served as senior executive director at LISC New York since 2020. Continue Reading Valerie White to Lead LISC’s National Housing Team
New Shariah-Compliant Real Estate Platform Aims for US Investors
The US launch builds on Wahed’s earlier UK-based operations. Continue Reading New Shariah-Compliant Real Estate Platform Aims for US Investors
30-Year Fixed-Rate Mortgage Downticks to 10-Month Low
The 15-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 5.69%, unchanged from last week. Continue Reading 30-Year Fixed-Rate Mortgage Downticks to 10-Month Low
Federal Reserve Drama: Cook Sues Trump, Pulte Claims NY Times is Writing a ‘Hit Piece’ About Him
While Cook was in District Court, Pulte was in the court of public opinion. Continue Reading Federal Reserve Drama: Cook Sues Trump, Pulte Claims NY Times is Writing a ‘Hit Piece’ About Him
Pending Home Sales Down 0.4% in July
NAR added that its Realtors Confidence Index survey in July found 16% of its members expecting an increase in buyer traffic over the next three months. Continue Reading Pending Home Sales Down 0.4% in July
Houston Astros File Lawsuit to Block Property Taxes on Stadium
The team claims Harris County “has no authority beyond what is conferred by the Texas Constitution or statute.” Continue Reading Houston Astros File Lawsuit to Block Property Taxes on Stadium
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