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Be on the lookout for these six red flags in the homebuying process. It could save you thousands, a real-estate attorney said.
Source: Insider --- Buying a house is already a difficult process, and compounding that with an unhelpful — or even devious — real-estate agent as a co-pilot can add stress and even unnecessary costs. Purposefully confusing contracts and some real-estate agents'...
Fewer people are taking out mortgages as interest rates increase
Source: Gazette-Times --- Experian examined mortgage rate data from Freddie Mac and the number of mortgage applications to see how rising interest rates are affecting potential homebuyers. Fewer people are taking out mortgages as interest rates increase Americans are...
FBI to Move HQ to DC’s Ronald Reagan Building Complex
The FBI will take over the space that was recently occupied by the US Agency for International Development. Continue Reading FBI to Move HQ to DC’s Ronald Reagan Building Complex
Fairway Independent Mortgage Changes Its Name
The newly named Fairway Home Mortgage will highlight the tagline “All Roads Lead Home.” Continue Reading Fairway Independent Mortgage Changes Its Name
Jesse Hill Named CFO at eXp World Holdings
Hill has served as the company’s interim CFO and principal financial officer since April. Continue Reading Jesse Hill Named CFO at eXp World Holdings
FHFA’s Pulte Calls for Congressional Investigation of Fed Chairman Powell
Pulte has repeatedly echoed President Trump’s hostile and insulting comments regarding Powell’s intellect and job performance. Continue Reading FHFA’s Pulte Calls for Congressional Investigation of Fed Chairman Powell
Report: Pet Friendly Rentals Get Leased Faster
Pet-friendly rentals in the New York City metro area typically rented 26 days faster than units that did not accept pets. Continue Reading Report: Pet Friendly Rentals Get Leased Faster
Refinancing Fuels Upswing in Mortgage Application Activity
The Refinance Index increased 7% from the previous week and was 40% higher than the same week one year ago. Continue Reading Refinancing Fuels Upswing in Mortgage Application Activity
New Oregon Agency to Bolster State’s Housing Production
“My North Star is for every Oregonian to be able to afford a home,” said Gov. Tina Kotek in a statement. Continue Reading New Oregon Agency to Bolster State’s Housing Production
Florida Man Sentenced for Hijacking Company’s Control to Commit Real Estate Fraud Scams
Robert Houston fraudulently claimed control of Sarasota-based Glenco Properties in 2022 with the Florida Division of Corporations. Continue Reading Florida Man Sentenced for Hijacking Company’s Control to Commit Real Estate Fraud Scams
NAR, MBA Praise Senate-Amended Passage of One Big Beautiful Bill
The bill will now go back to the House of Representatives for a reconciliation process. Continue Reading NAR, MBA Praise Senate-Amended Passage of One Big Beautiful Bill
Report: US Laundry Appliances Market to Reach $9.79 Billion by 2030
Upgraded appliance design that incorporates smart technology – including advanced sensors and Internet of Things capabilities – will further improve the user experience. Continue Reading Report: US Laundry Appliances Market to Reach $9.79 Billion by 2030
