Real Estate News & Insights
Mid-Atlantic Home Sales Down Amid Decline in New Listings
“The outlook for the spring homebuying season in the Mid-Atlantic has become cloudier,” said Bright MLS Chief Economist Lisa Sturtevant. Continue Reading Mid-Atlantic Home Sales Down Amid Decline in New Listings
Arrest Made in 2011 Killing of Iowa Realtor
Ashley Okland was 27 years old when she was fatally shot inside a model townhouse in West Des Moines on April 8, 2011. Continue Reading Arrest Made in 2011 Killing of Iowa Realtor
Canadian Home Sales Down During 2025, But Predicted to Rise in 2026
CREA added the national average home price is forecast to rise by 2.8% on an annual basis to $698,881 in 2026. Continue Reading Canadian Home Sales Down During 2025, But Predicted to Rise in 2026
Newrez to Recognize Crypto Assets for Mortgage Qualification
This offering will be available in February across Newrez’s Smart Series suite of non-agency products. Continue Reading Newrez to Recognize Crypto Assets for Mortgage Qualification
SL Green Completes $730 Million Acquisition of NYC’s Park Avenue Tower
The building last changed hands in 2014 when it was purchased by Blackstone Group for $750 million. Continue Reading SL Green Completes $730 Million Acquisition of NYC’s Park Avenue Tower
Kristina K. Williams to Step Down as CEO at FHLB Des Moines
Williams has served in this position since January 2020. Continue Reading Kristina K. Williams to Step Down as CEO at FHLB Des Moines
30-Year Fixed Rate Mortgage Drops to 3-Year Low
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.06% as of Jan. 15. Continue Reading 30-Year Fixed Rate Mortgage Drops to 3-Year Low
Foreclosure Filings Up 14% During 2025
For the fourth quarter of 2025, there was a total of 111,692 properties with foreclosure filings, up 10% from the previous quarter and up 32% year-over-year. Continue Reading Foreclosure Filings Up 14% During 2025
Zillow: Homes Will Be Affordable in 20 Major Markets by Year’s End
Looking ahead into 2026, Zillow expects slow but steady home value growth, falling mortgage rates and rising incomes to contribute to a nationwide improvement in affordability. Continue Reading Zillow: Homes Will Be Affordable in 20 Major Markets by Year’s End
December New Home Purchase Mortgage Applications Up by 2.5%
The average loan size for new homes increased from $378,063 in November to $380,607 in December. Continue Reading December New Home Purchase Mortgage Applications Up by 2.5%
Kamala Harris Drops $8.15 Million on Malibu Mansion
The area is home to prominent Hollywood stars and high-tech titans. Continue Reading Kamala Harris Drops $8.15 Million on Malibu Mansion
The Indiana Bears? Hoosier Governor Campaigns to Attract Chicago’s Football Team
“We are working hard to bring the Chicago Bears to the Hoosier State so they can really see what a great place is to have a business,” said Gov. Braun. Continue Reading The Indiana Bears? Hoosier Governor Campaigns to Attract Chicago’s Football Team













