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HARDWIRED TO BE A GREAT LEADER When Leadership Skills Meet Natural Abilities
Source: The Highlands Company --- To be a Great Leader is to know yourself. Your natural abilities are your superpowers, and pairing these inherent strengths with cutting-edge leadership techniques and skills will give you an edge, no matter what field you are in....
Why This Housing Market Is Not a Bubble Ready To Pop
Source: Keeping Current Matters --- Homeownership has become a major element in achieving the American Dream. A recent report from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) finds that over 86% of buyers agree homeownership is still the American Dream. Prior to the...
Bank of Canada Acknowledges Housing Cost Stress Created by High Interest Rates
“More borrowers will face pressure as they refinance existing mortgages at higher rates,” said the central bank. Continue Reading Bank of Canada Acknowledges Housing Cost Stress Created by High Interest Rates
Mortgage Rates Down for First Time in Five Weeks
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 7.09% as of May 9. Continue Reading Mortgage Rates Down for First Time in Five Weeks
Guest Opinion: Housing’s Fundamental Role in Economic Inclusion
Historic barriers to quality affordable housing are among the root causes of persistent economic disparities. Continue Reading Guest Opinion: Housing’s Fundamental Role in Economic Inclusion
Judge Rejects Bid by Batton 1 Plaintiffs to Block Brokerage Settlements
District Court Judge Andrea R. Wood said the request was “neither necessary nor appropriate.” Continue Reading Judge Rejects Bid by Batton 1 Plaintiffs to Block Brokerage Settlements
ATTOM: Fewer Residences Were Equity Rich During Q1
The portion of mortgaged homes that were seriously underwater inched up to 2.7%. Continue Reading ATTOM: Fewer Residences Were Equity Rich During Q1
Median Monthly Housing Costs at New Record High
Redfin reported the median sale price reached $384,721, up 4.5% for a new record high. Continue Reading Median Monthly Housing Costs at New Record High
Report: Bay Area Affordable Housing Development Falling Short of Target
“The need for affordable housing transcends jurisdictional boundaries,” said BAHFA Director Kate Hartley. Continue Reading Report: Bay Area Affordable Housing Development Falling Short of Target
Q1 Commercial and Multifamily Mortgage Originations Remain Muted
During the first quarter, there was a 31% year-over-year decline in the dollar volume of loans for retail properties. Continue Reading Q1 Commercial and Multifamily Mortgage Originations Remain Muted
Massachusetts Governor Proposes ‘Mansion Tax’ to Fund Affordable Housing Projects
The average Massachusetts home value is $612,509, up 8.7% over the past year. Continue Reading Massachusetts Governor Proposes ‘Mansion Tax’ to Fund Affordable Housing Projects
Jeffrey Jackson, President of the Orange County Association of Realtors, Dies at 65
Jackson was a senior risk manager at Realty One Group. Continue Reading Jeffrey Jackson, President of the Orange County Association of Realtors, Dies at 65
