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Mortgage Application Activity Slows Again
Among the federal programs, the FHA share of total applications decreased to 18.3% from 18.8% the week prior. Continue Reading Mortgage Application Activity Slows Again
The State with the Highest Property Tax Is…
Homeowners in West Virginia paid the lowest average total real estate taxes at $1,044. Continue Reading The State with the Highest Property Tax Is…
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A Phil Hall Op-Ed: Where’s the Beef in Trump’s Housing Affordability Plans?
Is the Trump administration seriously addressing the lack of housing affordability? Continue Reading A Phil Hall Op-Ed: Where’s the Beef in Trump’s Housing Affordability Plans?
Mortgage Application Activity Remains Mostly Flat
“The government purchase index, which includes FHA, VA, and USDA applications, increased 9 percent and had the strongest week since 2023,” said MBA’s Joel Kan. Continue Reading Mortgage Application Activity Remains Mostly Flat
New Bill Would End Biden-Era Environmental Policies Impacting the Housing Market
Rep. Andy Biggs (R-AZ) introduced companion legislation in the House of Representatives. Continue Reading New Bill Would End Biden-Era Environmental Policies Impacting the Housing Market
New Report Finds Nearly Half of Renters Expect to Buy a Home Within 4 Years
Experian’s report also showed roughly 60% of today’s renters have near-prime or better scores. Continue Reading New Report Finds Nearly Half of Renters Expect to Buy a Home Within 4 Years
Builder Confidence Remains Flat
41% of builders were cutting prices in November, a record high in the post-Covid period and the first time this measure has passed 40%. Continue Reading Builder Confidence Remains Flat
Minnesota Property Taxes Could Rise by $1 Billion in 2026
Final property taxes will be determined by the end of the year, and it would be the highest increase of this decade if it holds. Continue Reading Minnesota Property Taxes Could Rise by $1 Billion in 2026
Report: Chicago Property Taxes See Largest Hike in 30 Years
The city is offering an installment plan with interest for homeowners who are unable to pay their total property tax bill at one time. Continue Reading Report: Chicago Property Taxes See Largest Hike in 30 Years
Leasing Underway at New ‘Ultra-Luxury’ 18W55 in Midtown Manhattan
18W55 is now about 25% leased, with rents ranging from $4,945 for studios to $35,000 for a full-floor three-bedroom penthouse. Continue Reading Leasing Underway at New ‘Ultra-Luxury’ 18W55 in Midtown Manhattan
Builders Alliance Debuts Portal to Help LA Wildfire Survivors Rebuild Their Homes
The Builders Alliance is a collection of 10 homebuilders focused on creating time and cost savings and end-to-end project management. Continue Reading Builders Alliance Debuts Portal to Help LA Wildfire Survivors Rebuild Their Homes
Historic Baltimore Multifamily Community Sells for $5.95 Million
Built in 1927, The Baltimorean offers a mix of studios and one- and two-bedroom apartments with units averaging 385 square feet in size. Continue Reading Historic Baltimore Multifamily Community Sells for $5.95 Million
PulteGroup Expands Ohio Presence into Cincinnati
PulteGroup already has an Ohio presence in the Cleveland and Columbus markets. Continue Reading PulteGroup Expands Ohio Presence into Cincinnati
Thompson Thrift to Build Multifamily Community in Suburban Indianapolis
The company expects to welcome its first residents in February 2027. Continue Reading Thompson Thrift to Build Multifamily Community in Suburban Indianapolis
Report: 53% of All Homes Lost Value Since Last Year
Only 4% of homes have lost value since they were last sold, a smaller share than before the pandemic. Continue Reading Report: 53% of All Homes Lost Value Since Last Year
