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34% Property Tax Hike in Utah: Is Your City Next?
Unless citizens demand fiscal discipline and accountability, more communities across America will face the same painful reality. Continue Reading 34% Property Tax Hike in Utah: Is Your City Next?
Builders Continue to Have Little Confidence in the Housing Market
37% of builders reported cutting prices in August, down from 38% in July. Continue Reading Builders Continue to Have Little Confidence in the Housing Market
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Report: Texans Lead the Nation for Buying Newly Constructed Homes
Texans were also ahead of the nation for buying multi-generational homes. Continue Reading Report: Texans Lead the Nation for Buying Newly Constructed Homes
Schumer Slams Trump’s Plan to Take Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Public
Schumer declared without statistical evidence that Trump’s initiative would add between $1,800 to $2,800 to annual mortgage costs. Continue Reading Schumer Slams Trump’s Plan to Take Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Public
Arrive Home Debuts New Iterations of Earned Equity Program
The new EEP Pathway designed for “ITIN and certain Visa statuses individuals who may be solid long-term renters looking to move on to homeownership.” Continue Reading Arrive Home Debuts New Iterations of Earned Equity Program
First Net-Zero Residence from Aro Homes is Listed at $4.2 Million
The company plans to expand its offering to other markets. Continue Reading First Net-Zero Residence from Aro Homes is Listed at $4.2 Million
Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of Oct. 30 – Nov. 3
This week’s Hits and Misses considers NAR’s multiple woes, the Federal Reserve’s rediscovery of the pause button and Jeff Bezos’ farewell to Seattle. Continue Reading Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of Oct. 30 – Nov. 3
Nearly 7% of Homes for Sale Posted a Price Drop
This percentage is the highest on record. Continue Reading Nearly 7% of Homes for Sale Posted a Price Drop
FHA Extends Foreclosure Moratorium in Maui County
The moratorium was originally set to expire on Nov. 8. Continue Reading FHA Extends Foreclosure Moratorium in Maui County
CRMLS Now Offering CubiCasa’s Floor Plan Product
CRMLS users will receive special access to free floor plans, discounts on add-on features, and access to a network of real estate photographers. Continue Reading CRMLS Now Offering CubiCasa’s Floor Plan Product
CondoTek and MGIC Unveil Condo Compliance Solution
The MGIC Compliance validation is delivered at no additional cost to CondoTek’s CPW. Continue Reading CondoTek and MGIC Unveil Condo Compliance Solution
Mortgage Rates Hold Steady
“The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage paused its multi-week climb but continues to hover under 8%,” said Sam Khater, Freddie Mac’s chief economist. Continue Reading Mortgage Rates Hold Steady
Federal Housing Administration Changes Appraisal Requirements for Certain Manufactured Homes
Federal Housing Commissioner Julia R. Gordon said this update is part of the “comprehensive efforts to increase both the supply and affordability of manufactured homes.” Continue Reading Federal Housing Administration Changes Appraisal Requirements for Certain Manufactured Homes
Build More Housing Near Transit Act is Reintroduced in Bipartisan Endeavor
“Our bill will maximize federal investments in transit and increase housing options for cost-burdened Americans to alleviate this pressure,” said Rep. Scott Peters. Continue Reading Build More Housing Near Transit Act is Reintroduced in Bipartisan Endeavor
FHA Proposes Policy Updates to HECM Program
The updates seek to “streamline certain requirements and reduce operational challenges associated with servicing a HECM portfolio.” Continue Reading FHA Proposes Policy Updates to HECM Program
