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Data Analysis Warns of Havoc in DeSantis Plan to End Florida Property Taxes
As of October, Florida home values were down about 3% from the same month in 2022. Continue Reading Data Analysis Warns of Havoc in DeSantis Plan to End Florida Property Taxes
Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of Nov. 24-28
Thought leaders saying the right thing, revenge seekers doing the wrong thing, and a new movie and book worth pursuing. Continue Reading Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of Nov. 24-28
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A Phil Hall Op-Ed: Trump’s Terrible 50-Year Mortgage Idea
Creating a 50-year mortgage with the goal of making housing more affordable is the equivalent of sending shipments of dinnerware into a famine-stricken region. Continue Reading A Phil Hall Op-Ed: Trump’s Terrible 50-Year Mortgage Idea
Wendy’s to Close Hundreds of US Restaurants
This is the second time in a year that Wendy’s began closing scores of restaurants. Continue Reading Wendy’s to Close Hundreds of US Restaurants
Mortgage Credit Availability at 3-Year High
“Credit availability in October rose to its highest level since 2022 as investors broadened their loan offerings over the month,” said MBA’s Joel Kan Continue Reading Mortgage Credit Availability at 3-Year High
Data Reports Affirm Housing Supply Outpaces Demands
“The balance of power in the US housing market has shifted toward buyers,” said Redfin Senior Economist Asad Khan. Continue Reading Data Reports Affirm Housing Supply Outpaces Demands
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
Investors Say ‘No, Thanks!’ to Buying Condos
While investors are shying away from condos, they are continuing to pursue single-family homes. Continue Reading Investors Say ‘No, Thanks!’ to Buying Condos
Mortgage Application Activity Drops as Home Prices Rise
The first quarter home prices were up on a year-over-year basis in 49 states and the District of Columbia; Hawaii was the lone state with a price decline. Continue Reading Mortgage Application Activity Drops as Home Prices Rise
Buffalo Council Approves 8% Property Tax Hike
Acting Mayor Scanlon put forth the 8% property tax levy increase proposal last month, claiming it would generate around $13.7 million. Continue Reading Buffalo Council Approves 8% Property Tax Hike
Trump Says He Will Take Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Public
Trump did not provide a timeline or details for this endeavor. Continue Reading Trump Says He Will Take Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Public
Luxury Home Prices Rise While Pending Sales Activity Slows
In comparison, non-luxury home prices grew 4.1% to a record high median of $374,598. Continue Reading Luxury Home Prices Rise While Pending Sales Activity Slows
New Reports Highlight Best Cities for New College Graduates and for Raising Families
Fremont, California, was picked by WalletHub as the best city for families. Continue Reading New Reports Highlight Best Cities for New College Graduates and for Raising Families
