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One-Third of Recent Homebuyers Still Don’t ‘Shop Around’ for Mortgages
Source: Fannie Mae --- For potential homebuyers, obtaining multiple mortgage quotes may not be as exciting as searching for the physical home itself, but research has shown that "shopping around" with different lenders for the best possible mortgage terms can result...
Despite Recent Dip in Mortgage Rates, Uncertainty Stalls the U.S. Real Estate Market
Source: Mansion Global --- Fluctuations in mortgage rates—combined with the ups and downs of the stock market—are creating uncertainty for both buyers and sellers, thus stalling home sales in the U.S., according to Realtor.com. Mortgage rates fell by nearly 50 basis...
SBA to Relocate Regional Offices Out of 6 Sanctuary Cities
The regional offices in Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Denver, New York City, and Seattle will be moved in the coming months. Continue Reading SBA to Relocate Regional Offices Out of 6 Sanctuary Cities
Elon Musk’s xAI Buys 1 Million SF Facility in Memphis
xAI’s specific plans for the facility were not disclosed in the news announcement. Continue Reading Elon Musk’s xAI Buys 1 Million SF Facility in Memphis
Maui Mayor: ‘Housing Remains One of the Most Pressing Challenges’
“The County is on track to contribute to nearly 620 completed units last year,” said Mayor Richard Bissen. Continue Reading Maui Mayor: ‘Housing Remains One of the Most Pressing Challenges’
Ex-Central Banker Mark Carney Succeeds Justin Trudeau as Canada’s Prime Minister
Under Canadian law, federal elections must be held by October. Continue Reading Ex-Central Banker Mark Carney Succeeds Justin Trudeau as Canada’s Prime Minister
Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of March 3-7
A real estate agent gets slammed for insulting a waiter, another agent seeks to oust Los Angeles’ mayor, and a huge hole that needs to be filled. Continue Reading Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of March 3-7
DOGE Uncovers Tens of Thousands of Unused Paid Software Licenses at HUD
HUD paid for 11,020 Acrobat licenses with zero users. Continue Reading DOGE Uncovers Tens of Thousands of Unused Paid Software Licenses at HUD
American Real Estate Association Unveils Alternative to NAR’s Clear Cooperation Policy
AREA stated its proposed policy enables sellers to “maintain control over how their home is listed while ensuring full MLS access for professionals.” Continue Reading American Real Estate Association Unveils Alternative to NAR’s Clear Cooperation Policy
Builders Thank Trump for Partial Tariff Pause, But Express Concern Over Possible Trade War
“NAHB will continue to work with the administration to cut regulations, boost domestic lumber output and further rein in housing costs,” said Chairman Buddy Hughes. Continue Reading Builders Thank Trump for Partial Tariff Pause, But Express Concern Over Possible Trade War
Conservation Group Buys 3,100-Acre New York Forest Parcel for $6.2 Million
The property had been the subject of a mixed-use development proposal encompassing housing, resort, and commercial uses. Continue Reading Conservation Group Buys 3,100-Acre New York Forest Parcel for $6.2 Million
Rocket Mortgage to Exit the Canadian Market
Rocket Mortgage plans to complete its exit from the market by June 27. Continue Reading Rocket Mortgage to Exit the Canadian Market
