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Urban Land Institute to launch real estate program for college students
Source: Inman --- On Wednesday, the Urban Land Institute Foundation (ULI) announced that it had received a $1 million donation from Bruce Etkin, a chairman of Etkin Johnson Real Estate Partners and a ULI Foundation Trustee. The ULI is a non-profit education and...
For Greenville real estate agents, closing the deal begins with managing client expectations
Source: Post and Courier --- It’s like riding a roller coaster, but the kind that can leave you emotionally drained rather than energized and excited. Purchasing a home in the Greenville market can mean dozens of potential buyers pursing one new listing, a sale price...
HUD Makes $2M Available for Affordable Housing Creation in Smaller Communities
The funds are for localities with a population of 50,000 or less. Continue Reading HUD Makes $2M Available for Affordable Housing Creation in Smaller Communities
Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of June 12-16
An abandonment of San Francisco commercial mortgages, the Fed presses the pause button and President Biden’s unlikely railroad idea. Continue Reading Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of June 12-16
RE/MAX Reports ‘Sizeable Jump in May Home Sales’
May’s $423,000 median sales price was the highest since June 2022. Continue Reading RE/MAX Reports ‘Sizeable Jump in May Home Sales’
Fox News’ Bret Baier Seeks to Flip Palm Beach Estate
Baier acquired the property in March 2022 from designer Tommy Hilfiger for $12 million. Continue Reading Fox News’ Bret Baier Seeks to Flip Palm Beach Estate
California Realtors Fault Legislators for Ignoring Homeownership Program in New Budget
“The California Dream for All program is a huge step forward in closing the homeownership and wealth gaps that exist in our state,” said CAR in a statement. Continue Reading California Realtors Fault Legislators for Ignoring Homeownership Program in New Budget
FICO Hosting ‘Score A Better Future’ Homeownership Webinar
“Score A Better Future” is being presented in partnership with the nonprofit Operation HOPE. Continue Reading FICO Hosting ‘Score A Better Future’ Homeownership Webinar
Multifamily Property Management Firm in $75K Settlement Over Violating Servicemembers’ Rights
FPI was accused of imposing unlawful charges on nine servicemembers terminatee their apartment leases after receiving military relocation orders. Continue Reading Multifamily Property Management Firm in $75K Settlement Over Violating Servicemembers’ Rights
Historic San Francisco Office Property in Mortgage Default
Swift Real Estate Partners acquired the 100,200-square-foot building for $64.25 million in 2018. Continue Reading Historic San Francisco Office Property in Mortgage Default
Mortgage Rates Down Again
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.69% as of June 15, down from last week when it averaged 6.71%. Continue Reading Mortgage Rates Down Again
Redfin: Nearly 40% Fewer Homes for Sale Now Versus the Pre-Pandemic Period
The median home sale price was $381,169, down 1.1% from a year earlier, the smallest decline in more than three months. Continue Reading Redfin: Nearly 40% Fewer Homes for Sale Now Versus the Pre-Pandemic Period
