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Real Estate Trends: Why Are Mortgage Rates Going Up In November 2022?

by Third Party | Nov 12, 2022

Source: Forbes --- Key takeaways Average mortgage rate currently stands at 6.95% for a 30-year loan and 6.29% for a 15-year loan. Experts believe mortgage rates will be contained to a narrow window as we move into 2023. If you are considering buying a home, make...

ATLANTA REAL ESTATE: THE HOTTEST MARKET IN THE COUNTRY

by Third Party | Nov 11, 2022

Source: Realty Biz News --- Atlanta, Georgia - a major metropolitan center in the center of the action - is one of the shining jewels of not just the Peach State but the entirety of the southeastern US. Thoroughly modern and exhibiting tons of growth in both its...

Pending Home Sales Up by 2% in February

by Phil Hall | Mar 27, 2025

“Despite the modest monthly increase, contract signings remain well below normal historical levels,” said NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun. Continue Reading Pending Home Sales Up by 2% in February

SmartStop Self Storage REIT Announces Underwritten Public Offering

by Phil Hall | Mar 27, 2025

SmartStop has been approved to list its common stock on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol “SMA.,” Continue Reading SmartStop Self Storage REIT Announces Underwritten Public Offering

CFPB Seeks to Vacate Redlining Settlement with Townstone Financial

by Phil Hall | Mar 27, 2025

The CFPB is seeking to return the $105,000 settlement funds to the company. Continue Reading CFPB Seeks to Vacate Redlining Settlement with Townstone Financial

Residency Requirements Changed on FHA-Insured Mortgages to Shut Out Illegal Immigrants

by Phil Hall | Mar 27, 2025

“There will be no more illegal aliens getting HUD-backed home loans,” said Secretary Turner. Continue Reading Residency Requirements Changed on FHA-Insured Mortgages to Shut Out Illegal Immigrants

Homeownership Expenses Consume One-Third of National Average Wage

by Phil Hall | Mar 27, 2025

Nationwide, the typical $2,021 cost of mortgage payments, homeowner insurance, mortgage insurance and property taxes is down 0.7% quarterly. Continue Reading Homeownership Expenses Consume One-Third of National Average Wage

Weichert Opens First International Office in Portugal

by Phil Hall | Mar 27, 2025

The Portuguese brokerage will operate under the new name HomeLovers – Weichert. Continue Reading Weichert Opens First International Office in Portugal

Idaho’s Gov. Little Signs $100 Million Property Tax Cut into Law

by Phil Hall | Mar 27, 2025

The bill passed unanimously in both houses of the legislature. Continue Reading Idaho’s Gov. Little Signs $100 Million Property Tax Cut into Law

Minnesota in Settlement with MV Realty Over Dubious ‘Homeowner Benefit Agreements’

by Phil Hall | Mar 27, 2025

MV Realty is permanently banned from doing business in Minnesota. Continue Reading Minnesota in Settlement with MV Realty Over Dubious ‘Homeowner Benefit Agreements’

Maine Home Sales up 6.51%

by Phil Hall | Mar 27, 2025

A total of 753 home sales were closed in Maine last month, a 6.51% increase from the 707 sales transacted in February 2024. According to data from the Main Association of Realtors, the statewide median sales price for those sales was $381,500, a 9% jump from the...