Real Estate News & Insights

New Initiative Seeks to Eliminate Property Taxes in Oklahoma

by Phil Hall | Nov 24, 2025

The measure’s proponents are seeking to have it included on the November 2026 ballot. Continue Reading New Initiative Seeks to Eliminate Property Taxes in Oklahoma

Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of Nov. 17-21

by Phil Hall | Nov 21, 2025

An affordability challenge in rural America, Canadian and American renters consider the pursuit of homeownership, and Arkansas realtors helping communities facing food insecurity. Continue Reading Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of Nov. 17-21

Commercial/Multifamily Borrowing Declines 56% During Q1

by Phil Hall | May 10, 2023

Year-over-year decreases in originations impacted all major property types. Continue Reading Commercial/Multifamily Borrowing Declines 56% During Q1

Maricopa County Ranks Highest in List of Top Second Home Markets

by Phil Hall | May 10, 2023

Arizona’s Maricopa County took the number one ranking in the newly published list of top U.S. markets for luxury second homes published by the real estate marketplace Pacaso. “The county's vibrant desert cities of Phoenix and Scottsdale offer world-class golf,...

NAR Chief Economist: Fed’s Last Rate Hike was Unnecessary

by Phil Hall | May 10, 2023

“Home price increases are naturally good for homeowners,” stated Yun. Continue Reading NAR Chief Economist: Fed’s Last Rate Hike was Unnecessary

California County Beset by Fraudulent Real Estate Sales

by Phil Hall | May 10, 2023

The fraudsters identify vacant or lien-free properties and attempt to negotiate their sale. Continue Reading California County Beset by Fraudulent Real Estate Sales

Report: Ultra-Rich Buyers Purchasing Manhattan Office Buildings

by Phil Hall | May 10, 2023

Cash-strapped building owners are trying to sell them off at a discount. Continue Reading Report: Ultra-Rich Buyers Purchasing Manhattan Office Buildings

Person of the Week: Kelly Mangold, Principal at RCLCO Real Estate Consulting

by Phil Hall | May 9, 2023

“We’re seeing relatively strong conditions in the rental market, both in multifamily rentals as well as the build for rent single-family homes,” said Mangold. Continue Reading Person of the Week: Kelly Mangold, Principal at RCLCO Real Estate Consulting

Mortgage Credit Availability at 10-Year Low

by Phil Hall | May 9, 2023

“Government credit supply decreased for the third consecutive month,” said MBA’s Joel Kan. Continue Reading Mortgage Credit Availability at 10-Year Low