Real Estate News & Insights

Freddie Mac’s Christmas Gift: Mortgage Rates Continue to Decline

by Phil Hall | Dec 24, 2025

The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.18% as of Dec. 24, down from last week when it averaged 6.21%. Continue Reading Freddie Mac’s Christmas Gift: Mortgage Rates Continue to Decline

Alabama Recorded Increase in Home Sales During November

by Phil Hall | Dec 24, 2025

The median sales price in Alabama grew by $39,275 year-over-year to $251,784, an 18.5% annual increase but a 0.6% drop month-over-month. Continue Reading Alabama Recorded Increase in Home Sales During November

Unlicensed Indianapolis Real Estate Manager Sued for Duping Investors

by Phil Hall | Jun 4, 2024

Herbert Whalen is accused of engaging in the management of property for investors without a real estate broker license. Continue Reading Unlicensed Indianapolis Real Estate Manager Sued for Duping Investors

CMBS Delinquency Rate Drops Below 5%

by Phil Hall | Jun 4, 2024

Year-over-year, the CMBS delinquency rate is up by 135 basis points from 3.62%. Continue Reading CMBS Delinquency Rate Drops Below 5%

Ohio GOP Lawmakers Offer Property Tax Cap as Constitutional Amendment

by Phil Hall | Jun 4, 2024

“Our property tax system is a broken system in the state of Ohio and property taxpayers must be protected,” said Rep. Scott Wiggam. Continue Reading Ohio GOP Lawmakers Offer Property Tax Cap as Constitutional Amendment

Massachusetts Lawmakers Drop Governor’s ‘Mansion Tax’ Proposal from Budget Bill

by Phil Hall | Jun 4, 2024

“I’m just glad to know that it’s out,” said Gov. Healey. Continue Reading Massachusetts Lawmakers Drop Governor’s ‘Mansion Tax’ Proposal from Budget Bill

James Noel Named President of Development at The Franklin Johnston Group

by Phil Hall | Jun 4, 2024

Noel joined TFJG in 2017 as senior vice president and general counsel. Continue Reading James Noel Named President of Development at The Franklin Johnston Group

Rubio’s Coastal Grill Shutters 48 California Restaurants

by Phil Hall | Jun 4, 2024

The company cited the “rising cost of doing business in California.” Continue Reading Rubio’s Coastal Grill Shutters 48 California Restaurants

Publisher’s View: The Great Election Distraction and the U.S. Housing Market Myth

by John G. Stevens | Jun 3, 2024

As the drumbeat of the U.S. presidential election grows louder, so does the clamor around its alleged impact on the housing market—a narrative that is as pervasive as it is misleading. Political operatives and pundits alike weave tales of doom and market paralysis...

Survey: 91% of Gen Zers Cite Housing Affordability as Top Election Year Issue

by Phil Hall | Jun 3, 2024

A new survey from Redfin (NASDAQ:RDFN) found more than nine in 10 (91%) adult Gen Zers declaring that housing affordability is their top issue in this year’s presidential election. Gen Zers rated housing affordability as a more important factor in their vote than any...