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NAR Supports Texas Sen. Cornyn’s Re-Election Bid
The Realtors Political Action Committee (RPAC), the political arm of the National Association of Realtors (NAR) has endorsed Sen. John Cornyn (R-TX) for re-election in 2026. According to the Odessa American, RPAC’s endorsement came at the recommendation of the...
Gov. DeSantis: ‘Age-Specific Property Tax Relief is a Non-Starter’
“Making homestead properties tax-free would be a major boon to young families who will be better able to make ends meet,” he said. Continue Reading Gov. DeSantis: ‘Age-Specific Property Tax Relief is a Non-Starter’
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New Home Purchase Mortgage Applications Up 2% in September
The average loan size for new homes increased from $374,288 in August to $379,107 in September. Continue Reading New Home Purchase Mortgage Applications Up 2% in September
FHFA Seeks Input on Strategic Plan for FY 2026-2030
Public input can be submitted through the agency’s website by Nov. 5. Continue Reading FHFA Seeks Input on Strategic Plan for FY 2026-2030
Who Wants to Buy a Haunted House? You Might Be Surprised!
Two-thirds of survey respondents believe it is the government’s job to require sales disclosures that house is haunted. Continue Reading Who Wants to Buy a Haunted House? You Might Be Surprised!
A Phil Hall Op-Ed: 60 Minutes vs. DOGE vs. CFPB
Editor Phil Hall dissects a “60 Minutes” piece on the state of the CFPB. Continue Reading A Phil Hall Op-Ed: 60 Minutes vs. DOGE vs. CFPB
Craft Retailer Jo-Ann to Close All 800 Stores
On Feb. 12, the company stated it would close 500 stores. Continue Reading Craft Retailer Jo-Ann to Close All 800 Stores
Blackstone Pays $5.65 Billion for Safe Harbor Marinas
Sun Communities acquired Safe Harbor Marinas in September 2020 for $2.11 billion. Continue Reading Blackstone Pays $5.65 Billion for Safe Harbor Marinas
New Reports Find Mortgage Applications in Decline as Mortgage Affordability Frays
The average loan size for new homes increased from $400,930 in December to $403,416 in January. Continue Reading New Reports Find Mortgage Applications in Decline as Mortgage Affordability Frays
TECfusions Acquires 73 Acres for Virginia Data Center Expansion
The financial aspects of the acquisition were not disclosed Continue Reading TECfusions Acquires 73 Acres for Virginia Data Center Expansion
Apollo Global Management Acquires Bridge Investment Group Holdings for $1.5 Billion
Bridge Executive Chairman Bob Morse will become an Apollo partner and lead Apollo’s real estate equity franchise. Continue Reading Apollo Global Management Acquires Bridge Investment Group Holdings for $1.5 Billion
AI-Produced Video of Trump Kissing Musk’s Feet Broadcast at HUD HQ
HUD spokesperson Kasey Lovett said in a statement, “Another waste of taxpayer dollars and resources. Appropriate action will be taken for all involved.” Continue Reading AI-Produced Video of Trump Kissing Musk’s Feet Broadcast at HUD HQ
Newsom Asks Congress for $40 Billion for Wildfire Recovery Aid
“Make no mistake, Los Angeles will use this money wisely,” Newsom stated. Continue Reading Newsom Asks Congress for $40 Billion for Wildfire Recovery Aid
Florida Single-Family Home Sales Up While Condo-Townhome Sales Drop
The statewide inventory in January for existing single-family homes was up year-over-year by 31.3% and up 39.3% for condo-townhouse units. Continue Reading Florida Single-Family Home Sales Up While Condo-Townhome Sales Drop
New York State Home Sales Up for Second Straight Month
Median sales prices swelled by 10.5% to $420,000 from $380,000 one year earlier. Continue Reading New York State Home Sales Up for Second Straight Month
