Housing demand persists even with elevated mortgage rates
Mortgage rates hold at 6.64%, while purchase applications dip 5% YoY. Inventory increases to 713,549, with spreads around 2%, signaling market trends.
Shain Urwin Discusses Changing Broker-Lender Relationships in Reverse Mortgages
Shain Urwin highlights the need for stronger broker protections while addressing refinance churning and the importance of attracting new reverse mortgage borrowers.
Notarizations that are hindering mortgage workflow efficiency.
Discover how lenders are streamlining the closing process with eSignatures and remote online notarization, enhancing borrower satisfaction and efficiency.
BuildersUpdate’s Pay-at-Closing Model Addresses Marketing Risk for Builders
BuildersUpdate.com introduces a “pay upon performance” model, reducing upfront marketing costs for builders and focusing on sales-driven effectiveness in a fluctuating market.
New Haven Welcomes a 238-Unit Mixed-Income Apartment Building
Discover a new five-story mixed-income apartment building in New Haven, featuring 57 units reserved for households at 50% of area median income.
Michael Burry Predicts Fannie-Freddie IPO Delayed Until 2027
"Michael Burry warns of a prolonged downturn in the housing market if economic conditions persist, impacting private lenders and investment strategies."
FinCEN’s Anti-Money Laundering Rule Overturned: Key Insights for Real Estate Professionals
Legal experts highlight FinCEN's extensive control over real estate transactions, indicating potential for stricter regulations that may impact private lenders significantly.
Florida’s Diverse Homebuilding Markets Amid Economic Uncertainty
Southwest Florida metros experience significant declines in home prices, with Punta Gorda leading at -11.93%, highlighting challenges from insurance and inventory issues.
Highlights and Lowlights from the Recent Real Estate Week
Rising mortgage rates, Habitat for Humanity's milestone, and a new TV series exploring senior housing options spotlight key industry trends. Continue Reading Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of March 23-27
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Washington Bans Noncompete Agreements; Will Other States Join?
Washington State will ban noncompete agreements starting June 30, 2027, requiring written notice to void existing clauses by October 1, 2027.