NHC Calls on HUD to Reconsider Proposed Rule on Mixed-Status Eligibility
Housing advocates express concerns that proposed changes may negatively impact mixed-status families, risking separation or loss of vital housing assistance.
Pending Home Sales Rise by 1.5%
Pending home sales show mixed trends across the U.S., rising in the Northeast and South while declining in the Midwest and West, presenting varied market opportunities.
Southern Impression Homes Finishes Initial Phase of 213-Unit Dallas BTR Project
Southern Impression Homes, backed by Sumitomo Forestry, advances with its Dallas-area development, marking significant growth in the build-to-rent sector.
Land Prices Increased by 77% Since the Onset of the Pandemic
Raw land has seen an impressive appreciation of 86.5%, making it a noteworthy investment category for private lenders. Continue Reading Report: Land Prices Soared 77% Since the Pandemic
IBHS Enhances Wildfire Resilience Initiative Amid Increasing Fire Risks
As wildfire risks intensify in hurricane-prone areas, communities and insurers must adapt their fire risk assessments and strategies to emerging threats.
The Influence of Post-War Homebuilders on Modern Construction Practices
Explore the evolution of the American homebuilding industry, tracing its roots from post-World War II to today’s dynamic landscape shaped by returning soldiers.
Colorado Attorney General Nullifies MV Realty Homeowner Benefit Agreements
Colorado AG's consent judgment voids MV Realty's 40-year contracts, halting $8.4 million in fees and clearing title filings, impacting private lenders significantly.
The Shift of Real Estate Brokerages: Marketing as a Growth Engine
Brokerages are evolving their marketing strategies to focus on growth, emphasizing recruitment and revenue generation, with research indicating a 1.4x increase.
OCC Consent Order Addresses VA Cash-Out Refinances at Federal Savings Bank
The OCC's consent order against The Federal Savings Bank highlights concerns over misleading VA cash-out refinancing practices, emphasizing regulatory scrutiny in the mortgage sector.
The Misconception of Decoupling Real Estate Commissions: Proceed with Caution
CFA study shows limited impact of commission decoupling on buyer agent fees, highlighting ongoing challenges in affordability for private lenders and buyers.