Yearly Archives: 2023
NORTON SECURES VICTORIES IN D.C. APPROPRIATIONS BILL DESPITE REPUBLICAN CONTROL OF HOUSE, BUT CALLS...
The House Committee on Appropriations today released the text of the fiscal year 2024 Financial Services and General
House Passes Bill to Make New Mortgages More Expensive for Low-Wealth Americans
The U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 3564, a bill that would reverse the Federal Housing Finance Agency’s (FHFA’s) recent update to the pricing of home loans that Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac buy.
HUD Makes $75 Million in Funding Available to Tribal Communities for Community Development
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced that it will make available $75 million through the
LaLota Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Give Veteran Families Easier Access to Housing
Recently, Rep. Nick LaLota (NY-01), a Navy Veteran and member of the House Armed Services Committee, introduced the Supporting Veteran Families in Need Act. This bipartisan bill would
CAI RECOGNIZES OUTSTANDING CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION HOUSING MODEL
Community Associations Institute (CAI), the leading international authority on community association governance, management, and education, announced the recipients of its highest honors at an annual awards ceremony, held on May 19 in Dallas in conjunction with the 2023 CAI Annual Conference and Exposition: Community NOW.
Mortgage Application Payments Increased 2.5 Percent to $2,165 in May
Homebuyer affordability declined further in May, with the national median payment applied for by purchase applicants increasing 2.5 percent to $2,165 from $2,112 in April. This is according to the
Sherman Speaks at Groundbreaking of New Housing Units for Veterans of West LA VA...
Congressman Brad Sherman (CA-32) joined Congressman Ted Lieu (CA-36) and other state and local officials at the groundbreaking of five new buildings at the West Los Angeles VA
GCAAR housing stats | May ‘23
The regional median sold price for residential properties for May was $626,000, representing a decrease of 0.3% compared to last month and no change from May 2022. The average days on market for units sold in May was 21 days, 3% below the 5-year May average of 22 days
FEMA Awards $9.9M to Greater Chicago for Flood Reduction Project in Addison Creek Watershed
FEMA and the Illinois Emergency Management Agency announced today that $9.9M in Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP)
Jamie Ritblat: Neighbourhood Development Trends in the UK
Jamie Ritblat is an experienced entrepreneur with a 30-year track record in the UK real estate sector. As the founder and chairman of Delancey Real Estate, Mr Ritblat’s vision has translated into the delivery of several groundbreaking real estate investment and development projects
5 Must-Have Things in Your Home if You Live in Texa
Numerous benefits come with living in the magnificent state of Texas, such as its dynamic culture, welcoming people, and breathtaking scenery. The Lone Star State is recognized for its
The Rudimentary Merits of Using Real Estate Business Intelligence
Companies that desire to stay ahead of the curve in the real estate business must make data-driven decisions. Realtors who lack actionable data are at a disadvantage when compared to those who do. Business intelligence is a great way for businesses to obtain the information required to make sound decisions.
How to Choose an SEO Company for Your Real Estate Business
In the fast-paced world of real estate, having a robust online presence is no longer optional. It’s a necessity. Given the competitive nature of the industry, optimizing your website for search engines is crucial for standing out and driving traffic to your offerings.
A Foreigner’s Guide to Buying Property in Phuket
Purchasing property in a foreign country can be a daunting task, especially when it comes to navigating the legalities involved. Phuket, a beautiful island in Thailand, is a popular destination for foreigners looking to invest in real estate.
zavvie delivers Power Buying services to the mortgage industry, expansion enabling more buyers to...
zavvie, a software technology company modernizing real estate brokerages with customized buying and selling solutions, is
Pending Home Sales Shrunk 2.7% in May
Pending home sales shrunk 2.7% in May from the previous month, according to the National Association of REALTORS®. Three U.S. regions posted monthly losses, while sales in the Northeast surged. All four regions saw year-over-year declines in
Rep. Rose Condemns Use of Public Schools for Housing Illegal Immigrants
U.S. Representative John Rose spoke on the House Floor Tuesday night to condemn the Biden Administration for the record number of illegal immigrants crossing the U.S. southern border, and to
New Home Sales Jump in May
A lack of existing inventory coupled with solid consumer demand helped to boost new home sales in May to their highest level since February 2022. Sales of newly built, single-family homes in May increased 12.2% to a 763,000 seasonally adjusted annual rate
CONSTRUCTION EMPLOYMENT INCREASES IN 230 OF 358 METRO AREAS FROM MAY 2022 TO MAY...
Dallas-Plano-Irving, Texas and Hanford-Corcoran, Calif. Experience Largest Number and Percentage of Gains; Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land, Texas and Monroe, Mich. Have Most
Rep. Boebert Amendment Protecting Homeowners From Socialist Biden Policies Passes House
Congresswoman Lauren Boebert’s amendment requiring the Government Accountability Office to publish a report on its