Real Estate News & Insights
KB Home Expands into Atlanta Market
Bill Schmidt, who joined the company in 2025 as division president, will lead KB Home’s operations throughout the region. Continue Reading KB Home Expands into Atlanta Market
AvalonBay Communities and Equity Residential Announce Merger
Benjamin Schall, president and chief executive officer of AvalonBay, will hold the same titles with the combined company. Continue Reading AvalonBay Communities and Equity Residential Announce Merger
Chicago Boosts Hotel Tax, Making it the Nation’s Highest
The tax increase applies to room rates at hotels with 100 or more rooms. Continue Reading Chicago Boosts Hotel Tax, Making it the Nation’s Highest
Maine Home Values Increased in February While Sales Declined
February’s home sales across the Northeast were down 4.1% year-over-year while the median sales price rose by 3.3% to $479,800. Continue Reading Maine Home Values Increased in February While Sales Declined
30-Year Fixed-Rate Mortgage Surges to 6.22%
A year ago at this time, it averaged 6.67%. Continue Reading 30-Year Fixed-Rate Mortgage Surges to 6.22%
Kentucky Home Sales Up in February Despite Drop in New Listings
The median sales price in February was $272,000, up 8.58% month-over-month and up 6% year-over-year. Continue Reading Kentucky Home Sales Up in February Despite Drop in New Listings
February New Home Purchase Mortgage Applications Up by 0.9%
Conventional loans composed 49.4 % of loan applications and FHA loans composed 35.3%. Continue Reading February New Home Purchase Mortgage Applications Up by 0.9%
Chase Opens New Pacific Palisades Branch to Replace Wildfire-Destroyed Location
The branch offers on‑site valet parking, complimentary Wi‑Fi and two ATMs. Continue Reading Chase Opens New Pacific Palisades Branch to Replace Wildfire-Destroyed Location
Zip Your Flyer Unveils MagicTOURS Listing Video Product
The videos come complete with realistic fireplace motion, cloud movement, water effects, and smooth room panning. Continue Reading Zip Your Flyer Unveils MagicTOURS Listing Video Product
Hoover’s Hatchery Unveils State-of-the-Art Chicken Coop for Your Fine-Feathered Tenants
The US backyard poultry market is now at approximately 11 million households, roughly 13% of the population. Continue Reading Hoover’s Hatchery Unveils State-of-the-Art Chicken Coop for Your Fine-Feathered Tenants
Home Flipping Activity at 5-Year Low
The typical flipped home netted $65,981 in gross profit, down from $77,000 in 2024. , Continue Reading Home Flipping Activity at 5-Year Low
Palantir Teams with Moder on AI-Powered Mortgage Operations Platform
“This strategic partnership will reshape the future of our industry,” said Michael Middleman, chairman of Moder. Continue Reading Palantir Teams with Moder on AI-Powered Mortgage Operations Platform
