Real Estate News & Insights
Chicago Title Insurance Defrauded of $4.1 Million by Nigerian Trickster
The defendant, Earnspark Global Concerns, is described in court papers as a Nigerian business entity. Continue Reading Chicago Title Insurance Defrauded of $4.1 Million by Nigerian Trickster
Existing Home Sales Down 8.4% During January
The $396,800 median existing home price for all housing types was up 0.9% from one year ago ($393,400). Continue Reading Existing Home Sales Down 8.4% During January
JP Morgan Real Estate Income Trust Acquires 2 Southeastern Residential Assets
The transactions mark JPMREIT’s fifth and sixth investments in the residential sector. Continue Reading JP Morgan Real Estate Income Trust Acquires 2 Southeastern Residential Assets
Greystar Begins Construction on Virginia Multifamily/Build-for-Rent Community
The first units are slated to be ready in the second quarter of 2026. Continue Reading Greystar Begins Construction on Virginia Multifamily/Build-for-Rent Community
Sen. Elizabeth Warren Claims Trump is Planning to Fire Powell
The senator offered no evidence to back her claims of an upcoming Powell ouster. Continue Reading Sen. Elizabeth Warren Claims Trump is Planning to Fire Powell
Pending Home Sales Up by 2% in February
“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
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
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
“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
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
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
The bill passed unanimously in both houses of the legislature. Continue Reading Idaho’s Gov. Little Signs $100 Million Property Tax Cut into Law












