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Mortgage and real estate news this week: Most homeowners still haven’t refinanced and the rise of digital staging
Source: Bank Rate --- Refinancing remains a crucial part of the mortgage news cycle, but there’s other important stuff going on, too. As the end of the summer draws near, here’s what you need to know. (And no, cooler temperatures do not hold any promise for a...
How’s the real estate market? Then and now
Source:Record-Bee--- As you might suspect, coming up with material for these columns every week can be challenging. This week, as I reviewed industry newsletters, emails from readers, and conversations with my Realtors, it got me thinking about how much has changed...
Mortgage Credit Availability at 10-Year Low
MBA’s Joel Kan said the decline came as “lenders pulled back on underutilized loan programs and as liquidity concerns remain for some jumbo lenders.” Continue Reading Mortgage Credit Availability at 10-Year Low
New E-Book Offers Advice on Green Building and Remodeling Projects
“This new handbook can help you make informed choices to improve your home’s ecological IQ,” said book editor Matt Power. Continue Reading New E-Book Offers Advice on Green Building and Remodeling Projects
New Handbook Designed to Help Homebuyers Purchasing Insurance
NAR President Kenny Parcell said the handbook prepares buyers for “a conversation with their insurance professional.” Continue Reading New Handbook Designed to Help Homebuyers Purchasing Insurance
New Data Shows Record Level of Housing Discrimination Complaints
The NFHA found there were 33,007 fair housing complaints received last year. Continue Reading New Data Shows Record Level of Housing Discrimination Complaints
Plunk Debuts AI-Powered Home Analysis Tool
The platform tracks over 104 million U.S. homes. Continue Reading Plunk Debuts AI-Powered Home Analysis Tool
Sotheby’s International Realty Establishes Presence in Turkey
Türkiye Sotheby’s International Realty is owned by the Alfardan Group and will be led by Country Manager Can Turkan. Continue Reading Sotheby’s International Realty Establishes Presence in Turkey
A Phil Hall Op-Ed: Fannie and Freddie and Fitch and Joe
Editor Phil Hall weighs in on Fitch Ratings’ credit downgrade of the GSEs and President Biden’s non-response. Continue Reading A Phil Hall Op-Ed: Fannie and Freddie and Fitch and Joe
Ambac Acquires Riverton Insurance Agency
Riverton will join Ambac’s insurance distribution division, Cirrata Group. Continue Reading Ambac Acquires Riverton Insurance Agency
DeSantis’ Affordable Housing Director Suspended After Less Than Six Months
Angie Sellers, the agency’s chief financial officer, has taken on the role of interim executive director. Continue Reading DeSantis’ Affordable Housing Director Suspended After Less Than Six Months
Home Prices Hit New Peaks in 30 of the 50 Largest Markets
“Rising home prices have boosted homeowner equity levels as well,” said Black Knight’s Andy Walden. Continue Reading Home Prices Hit New Peaks in 30 of the 50 Largest Markets














