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Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of May 19-23
An unholy misuse of eminent domain, a ritzy Los Angeles mansion with a significant stigma, and a Maine broker running for governor. Continue Reading Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of May 19-23
3D Home Printing Exec Joins Habitat for Humanity Board
Habitat for Humanity of Long Island has asked 26-year-old Kristen Henry to sit on its Board of Directors. Continue Reading 3D Home Printing Exec Joins Habitat for Humanity Board
Housing and Real Estate Trade Groups Back Scott Turner as Next HUD Secretary
The trade organizations said Turner “understands the value of strengthening public-private partnerships.” Continue Reading Housing and Real Estate Trade Groups Back Scott Turner as Next HUD Secretary
Eric W. Price Named President and CEO at NHP Foundation
Price previously served as deputy mayor for planning and economic development in Washington, DC. Continue Reading Eric W. Price Named President and CEO at NHP Foundation
Amy Lessinger to Step Down as RE/MAX President
The Denver-headquartered company did not state why Lessinger was leaving, nor was an interim president appointed. Continue Reading Amy Lessinger to Step Down as RE/MAX President
Mortgage Application Activity Records Slight Uptick
Among the federal programs, the FHA share of total applications decreased to 15.7% from 16.3% the week prior. Continue Reading Mortgage Application Activity Records Slight Uptick
Commercial and Multifamily Mortgage Debt Outstanding Increased During Q2
The level of commercial/multifamily mortgage debt outstanding reached $4.88 trillion by the end of the second quarter, an increase of $47.1 billion (1%) from the first quarter, according to data from the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA). Multifamily mortgage debt...
New Pilot Program Aimed at Expanding Homeownership in Detroit
The mortgage product will provide qualified borrowers with up to 40% of a home’s purchase price in down payment assistance without adding any monthly debt. Continue Reading New Pilot Program Aimed at Expanding Homeownership in Detroit
A Phil Hall Op-Ed: The Smearing of Erik Siebert
The Interim US Attorney was slandered by President Trump after concluding the mortgage fraud case against Letitia James would not stand up in court. Continue Reading A Phil Hall Op-Ed: The Smearing of Erik Siebert
Ex-NASA Manager and Husband Plead Guilty in Mortgage Fraud Case
Khan and Mayberry face up to five years in federal prison and a possible $250,000 maximum fine in addition to the possible forfeiture of their luxury home. Continue Reading Ex-NASA Manager and Husband Plead Guilty in Mortgage Fraud Case
Mortgage Rates Continue to Fall
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.26% as of Sept. 18, down from last week when it averaged 6.35%. Continue Reading Mortgage Rates Continue to Fall
Refinancing Action Fuels 30% Surge in Mortgage Application Activity
The Refinance Index ascended by 58% from the previous week and was 70% higher than the same week one year ago. Continue Reading Refinancing Action Fuels 30% Surge in Mortgage Application Activity
Mortgage Applications for New Home Purchases Inch Up by 1% from Last Year
The average loan size for new homes increased from $372,745 in July to $374,288 in August. Continue Reading Mortgage Applications for New Home Purchases Inch Up by 1% from Last Year
MBA Chief Argues Against Fannie-Freddie Merger
“Competition between Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac has been central to their success in providing liquidity and stability to the mortgage market,” Broeksmit explained. Continue Reading MBA Chief Argues Against Fannie-Freddie Merger
Commercial Mortgage Delinquencies Up During Q2
“The delinquency rate for commercial mortgages increased in the second quarter of 2025 across most major capital sources,” said MBA’s Reggie Booker. Continue Reading Commercial Mortgage Delinquencies Up During Q2
