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Thinking of Refinancing? Be Prepared for This Little-Known Cost
Source: The Ascent --- Right now isn't the best time to be hunting for a deal on a new mortgage loan, but what if you already own a home and are hoping to refinance it and get a different mortgage rate? Rates are up across the board, so you may not save money on...
4 Ways to Save Up a Home Down Payment in 2023
Source: The Ascent --- If you're hoping to buy a home in 2023 or soon after, you'll need to get to work on saving up a down payment if you haven't already done so. Most mortgage lenders do require at least a small down payment, and a larger one of 20% of your home's...
Rohit Chopra, Biden’s CFPB Director, Still on the Job While Highlighting New Enforcements
As of this writing, the Trump administration has not named a new CFPB director. Continue Reading Rohit Chopra, Biden’s CFPB Director, Still on the Job While Highlighting New Enforcements
Report: Trump Considers Selling Two-Thirds of Federal Office Properties
Many of the buildings were built in the 1970s and have been in disrepair for decades. Continue Reading Report: Trump Considers Selling Two-Thirds of Federal Office Properties
Report: 7% Increase in Down Payment Assistance Programs
Last year concluded with 196 programs offering incentives for specific groups. Continue Reading Report: 7% Increase in Down Payment Assistance Programs
British Columbia to Launch Registry for Short-Term Rental Operators
Operators who sign up by Feb. 28 will receive a 50% discount on their registration fees. Continue Reading British Columbia to Launch Registry for Short-Term Rental Operators
Richmond American Homes Completes Purchase of Florida Property for New Community
The financial aspects of the site purchase were not disclosed. Continue Reading Richmond American Homes Completes Purchase of Florida Property for New Community
Building America’s Future: How Trump’s Housing Agenda Can Revitalize the American Dream
Publisher John G. Stevens forecasts what housing policy could become under the Trump administration. Continue Reading Building America’s Future: How Trump’s Housing Agenda Can Revitalize the American Dream
A Phil Hall Op-Ed: The End of an Error – A Biden Administration Post-Mortem
Editor Phil Hall opines on the Biden administration’s record on housing policy. Continue Reading A Phil Hall Op-Ed: The End of an Error – A Biden Administration Post-Mortem
New Mexico MLS to Require Floor Plans in All Property Listings
this is a standard feature in other countries including the UK, Australia and Sweden. Continue Reading New Mexico MLS to Require Floor Plans in All Property Listings
Living Realty Joins Keller Williams
Since Jan. 1, 2023, Living Realty has sold more than $1.1 billion in real estate. Continue Reading Living Realty Joins Keller Williams
IMF Warns of Housing Affordability Crisis in The Bahamas
The study went one step further by questioning what the local population is being paid. Continue Reading IMF Warns of Housing Affordability Crisis in The Bahamas
