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Freddie Mac Expands CHOICEHome Mortgage Program to Single-Section Manufactured Homes
Freddie Mac (OTCQB: FMCC) announced the expansion of its CHOICEHome conventional financing options to include modern single-section manufactured homes. Previously, Freddie Mac provided multi-section factory-built homes with a 3% down payment option. As of today,...
Citadel Credit Union Debuts Program to Aid Philadelphia-Area Black and Hispanic Homeowners
The program will provide provides up to $18,000 in assistance for purchase, refinance, or improvement of a primary residence in qualified communities. Continue Reading Citadel Credit Union Debuts Program to Aid Philadelphia-Area Black and Hispanic Homeowners
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Modular Housing Provider Boxabl Expands Into Colorado
The Las Vegas-headquartered Boxabl will begin the process to obtain modular certification in Colorado. Continue Reading Modular Housing Provider Boxabl Expands Into Colorado
Indiana Home Sales Up 12%
Homes sold for a statewide median price of $263,000 in April, up 5% year-over-year. Continue Reading Indiana Home Sales Up 12%
The Cheapest Metro Area for Buying a Home Is…
The Rust Belt and the South dominate the top 10 list. Continue Reading The Cheapest Metro Area for Buying a Home Is…
HGTV’s Urban Oasis 2023 Sweepstakes Offers Louisville Home as Grand Prize
The sweepstakes winner will also receive an all-new 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC SUV, and $50,000 from Viva along with a five-year supply of the brand’s paper towels. Continue Reading HGTV’s Urban Oasis 2023 Sweepstakes Offers Louisville Home as Grand Prize
The New Normal: Monthly Mortgage Payments of $2,000+ a Month
“Just when did the $2,000 monthly mortgage payment become the norm?” said Black Knight Vice President of Enterprise Research Andy Walden. Continue Reading The New Normal: Monthly Mortgage Payments of $2,000+ a Month
Home Buyers of America Expands into Connecticut
“Our investment in Connecticut and plans to expand into other major U.S. markets signifies the expanded demand we’re seeing across the board,” said CEO Nick Ron. Continue Reading Home Buyers of America Expands into Connecticut
Overseas Buyers Spent $4.3 Billion on Texas Residential Properties
Most of the overseas buyers seeking Texas residences came from Mexico (41%), followed by China (8%), India (7%), Nigeria (5%) and Venezuela (5%). Continue Reading Overseas Buyers Spent $4.3 Billion on Texas Residential Properties
Ouch! Mortgage Application Activity Sinks to 27-Year Low
“Both purchase and refinance applications fell, with the purchase index hitting a 28-year low,” said MBA’s Joel Kan. Continue Reading Ouch! Mortgage Application Activity Sinks to 27-Year Low
Zillow: Most Buyers Consider Climate Risks When Buying a Home
Climate risk is a greater concern among millennials (86%) and lower among baby boomers (70%). Continue Reading Zillow: Most Buyers Consider Climate Risks When Buying a Home
Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of Aug. 28 to Sept. 1
The Department of Justice wants to know if Elon Musk is building a glass house for himself. Continue Reading Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of Aug. 28 to Sept. 1
Listing Price Cut on Beverly Hills Mansion with Celebrity History
The estate was first occupied by Bert Lahr, the Cowardly Lion of “The Wizard of Oz.” Continue Reading Listing Price Cut on Beverly Hills Mansion with Celebrity History
HUD Allocates $24 Million for Fair Housing Initiatives
HUD also extended financial support to the Disability Law Center. Continue Reading HUD Allocates $24 Million for Fair Housing Initiatives
Unsolicited Property Purchase Offers in Fire-Damaged Maui Under Investigation
Those found guilty of violating the governor’s emergency order could face up to one year in prison and a $5,000 fine. Continue Reading Unsolicited Property Purchase Offers in Fire-Damaged Maui Under Investigation
