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SF real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 week ago

Did the recent portal deals create a fair housing risk for listings?

Recent real estate deals have created a system that may unintentionally violate fair housing principles by limiting access to listings based on agent networks.
SF real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
20 hours ago

Nearly 1 in 2 home listings cut prices in Florida, Arizona

Arizona and Florida lead in home price reductions, reflecting significant market adjustments with over $119 billion in affected inventory.
NYC real estate
fromHoodline
1 day ago

Rabsky Affiliate Proposes 197 Units In BedStuy

Rabsky Group plans to build two mid-rise rental buildings in Bedford-Stuyvesant, adding 197 apartments under new tax incentives.
SF real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 week ago

Did the recent portal deals create a fair housing risk for listings?

Recent real estate deals have created a system that may unintentionally violate fair housing principles by limiting access to listings based on agent networks.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
22 hours ago

Borrowers have a new agent. Is your organization built for it?

AI is shifting negotiating power from lenders to borrowers, requiring institutions to adapt or risk losing competitive advantage.
NYC real estate
fromFortune
14 hours ago

Housing is so expensive, even a $87 billion Wall Street bank is giving workers $6.5K in cash to get on the property ladder | Fortune

Many American workers have abandoned homeownership dreams due to a housing crisis, prompting BNY to offer financial assistance for first-time homebuyers.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 hours ago

Experts issue mortgage cost warning as buyer demand drops

Rising mortgage costs are impacting buyer demand and house price expectations in the UK property market, leading to a slowdown in sales.
Social justice
fromFast Company
1 day ago

The housing crisis is a storytelling problem

Zoning policies are framed as protective, masking their restrictive nature and appealing to emotions rather than facts.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

She couldn't afford L.A. rent after law school. Her parents' ADU came to the rescue

"We bought it for $650,000," LaMonica says of the house. "Of course, we could never afford to buy it now."
Renovation
#chicago
Chicago
fromAol
1 day ago

Chicago office vacancy rates worsen, card swipe numbers offer hope

Chicago's downtown office vacancy rate has reached 28.6%, impacting residential homeowners due to declining property values.
Chicago
fromAol
1 day ago

Chicago office vacancy rates worsen, card swipe numbers offer hope

Chicago's downtown office vacancy rate has reached 28.6%, impacting residential property taxes and highlighting the need for civic reforms.
Chicago
fromAol
1 day ago

Chicago office vacancy rates worsen, card swipe numbers offer hope

Chicago's downtown office vacancy rate has reached 28.6%, impacting residential homeowners due to declining property values.
Chicago
fromAol
1 day ago

Chicago office vacancy rates worsen, card swipe numbers offer hope

Chicago's downtown office vacancy rate has reached 28.6%, impacting residential property taxes and highlighting the need for civic reforms.
Silicon Valley real estate
fromKqed
1 day ago

How Skyrocketing Housing Costs and Policy Choices Reshaped the Bay Area | KQED

Investment income in Silicon Valley is highly concentrated among higher-income households, exacerbating the wealth gap and high cost of living.
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 days ago

NMB taps Herrera as president of Hispanic homeownership division

Yasser has such an incredible drive and understands that our business is rooted in the success of those around us, including our loan officers and the customers that look to us to educate and inform along their pathway to homeownership.
LA real estate
#housing
Alternative transportation
fromKqed
2 days ago

The Great Squeeze: Bay Area Residents Downsize and Adapt to Rising Costs | KQED

Living in smaller spaces has led to increased self-reliance and community support among families.
Alternative transportation
fromKqed
2 days ago

The Great Squeeze: Bay Area Residents Downsize and Adapt to Rising Costs | KQED

Living in smaller spaces has led to increased self-reliance and community support among families.
NYC politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Mamdani pledged affordable New York housing in his campaign. How is that going?

Mamdani's appeal against expanding housing vouchers contradicts his campaign pledge, angering advocates amid a homelessness crisis and budget deficit.
#new-york-city
New York City
fromwww.cnbc.com
3 days ago

Zohran Mamdani and the business exodus? New York's office real estate market is up under new mayor

Fears of corporate exodus from New York City are heightened by Mayor Mamdani's tax policies amid a significant budget deficit.
NYC real estate
fromCurbed
19 hours ago

How Do I Convince My Landlord to Let Me Store Stuff on My Landing?

Storing personal property on building landings is illegal and poses safety risks, according to fire codes and fire safety experts.
New York City
fromwww.cnbc.com
3 days ago

Zohran Mamdani and the business exodus? New York's office real estate market is up under new mayor

Fears of corporate exodus from New York City are heightened by Mayor Mamdani's tax policies amid a significant budget deficit.
NYC real estate
fromCurbed
19 hours ago

How Do I Convince My Landlord to Let Me Store Stuff on My Landing?

Storing personal property on building landings is illegal and poses safety risks, according to fire codes and fire safety experts.
#mortgage-rates
Remodel
fromwww.businessinsider.com
5 days ago

We bought a house with a 2.5% mortgage rate a few years ago. Our family's much bigger now, but moving is not an option.

Rising mortgage rates since 2019 have made moving to a larger home financially challenging for families.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
18 hours ago

Mortgage applications drop as refi, purchase demand weakens

Higher mortgage rates and economic uncertainty continue to depress mortgage applications, with refinance activity at its lowest since December 2025.
Remodel
fromwww.businessinsider.com
5 days ago

We bought a house with a 2.5% mortgage rate a few years ago. Our family's much bigger now, but moving is not an option.

Rising mortgage rates since 2019 have made moving to a larger home financially challenging for families.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
18 hours ago

Mortgage applications drop as refi, purchase demand weakens

Higher mortgage rates and economic uncertainty continue to depress mortgage applications, with refinance activity at its lowest since December 2025.
Paris food
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

House swaps: why exchanging home could be a ticket to a dream holiday

House swapping offers a cost-effective way to vacation, allowing families to save significantly on accommodation expenses.
fromABA Journal
6 days ago

Legal industry is expanding its office footprint, new report finds

For the first time in three years, more law firms are planning to expand their office footprint, rather than contract, according to a new report from commercial real estate brokerage CBRE.
Law
#housing-market
Real estate
fromFortune
13 hours ago

The housing market has been frozen for 3 years. Here's why this spring could finally change that | Fortune

The U.S. housing market shows early signs of recovery as first-time buyers return and affordability improves.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 day ago

Housing market crash unlikely despite war, high rates

Housing demand remains strong despite rising mortgage rates, with no historical precedent for price crashes without distressed sellers.
Real estate
fromFast Company
1 week ago

Home flipping stabilized after being hit by its biggest pullback since 2007

Home flipping activity has stabilized around 2019 levels, with seasoned flippers planning to execute deals in 2026 despite a slower appreciation environment.
Real estate
fromFortune
13 hours ago

The housing market has been frozen for 3 years. Here's why this spring could finally change that | Fortune

The U.S. housing market shows early signs of recovery as first-time buyers return and affordability improves.
NYC real estate
fromSFGATE
2 days ago

Locked Out: 3 Housing Buzzwords, Decoded

The housing market is challenging for first-time buyers due to a shortage of starter homes and rising costs.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 day ago

Housing market crash unlikely despite war, high rates

Housing demand remains strong despite rising mortgage rates, with no historical precedent for price crashes without distressed sellers.
Real estate
fromFast Company
1 week ago

Home flipping stabilized after being hit by its biggest pullback since 2007

Home flipping activity has stabilized around 2019 levels, with seasoned flippers planning to execute deals in 2026 despite a slower appreciation environment.
Remote teams
fromAxios
6 days ago

Office vacancies hit record high

Companies are reducing office space needs due to a shift towards remote and hybrid work models post-pandemic.
#housing-affordability
NYC real estate
fromwww.businessinsider.com
18 hours ago

BNY offers $6,500 for some homebuying employees, as even Wall Street workers struggle with housing costs

BNY offers $6,500 to US employees earning $100,000 or less to assist with first home purchases amid worsening housing affordability.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 days ago

Trending: employer housing benefits narrow affordability gaps

Private sector employers are increasingly offering housing benefits to help workers afford living closer to their jobs amid rising housing costs.
East Bay real estate
fromThe Oaklandside
2 days ago

Affordable teacher housing is scarce. This group is trying an innovative solution in Oakland

Rooted program provides affordable housing for educators in Oakland, alleviating financial stress and promoting community investment.
SF real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 days ago

How top LOs dominated government lending in 2025

Knowledge of FHA and VA guidelines is crucial for success in the mortgage industry, especially for veterans and active-duty service members.
LA real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
4 days ago

Rexford sells real estate while former co-CEO sells shares

Laura Clark has officially taken over as CEO of Rexford, ending the tenure of co-CEOs Michael Frankel and Howard Schwimmer.
fromwww.housingwire.com
9 hours ago

Real estate agent personas guide targets brokerage recruiting

Recruiting is not about convincing people; it is about diagnosing them. Most recruiters fail because they sell the brokerage instead of solving the agent's specific 3 a.m. nightmare.
Real estate
NYC politics
fromtherealdeal.com
6 days ago

The slow bloodletting of NYC real estate

Cumulative regulatory costs in New York real estate can outweigh their intended safety benefits, impacting housing affordability and overall public health.
East Bay real estate
fromSFGATE
2 days ago

'Sign of the times': Once thriving California mall hits the market

Bayshore Mall in Eureka is going up for sale due to nearly $39 million in debt and declining retail activity.
fromwww.housingwire.com
13 hours ago

Reverse mortgage brokers say lender contracts help with limits

Programs work by preventing lenders' retail teams from contacting borrowers who are already in a broker's active pipeline, automatically routing these customers back to their original advisers. They also monitor common refinance intent signals such as payoff requests and add the brokerage firm's contact information to borrowers' statements.
Real estate
LA real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
5 days ago

LA's 17.8% resi progress lags state-mandated production as clock ticks

Los Angeles is significantly behind in housing development, achieving only 17.8% of its state-mandated goal for new units.
SF real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
6 days ago

Finance of America launches new reverse mortgage line of credit

HomeSafe Second Line of Credit offers a nonrevolving reverse mortgage option for accessing home equity without new monthly payments.
Retirement
fromSubstack
3 weeks ago

Can I Afford to Move #2: Is Draining Our Savings to Buy a Home a Bad Idea?

Depleting savings to purchase a home increases financial risk, but may be acceptable if income is stable and savings discipline is strong.
#homeownership
NYC real estate
fromwww.businessinsider.com
5 days ago

We bought a house that's too small so we could afford our dream neighborhood. A $300,000 third-party loan will help us renovate.

The Feinbergs purchased a small home in Wayne, Pennsylvania, and planned to expand it using RenoFi financing based on future value.
NYC real estate
fromwww.businessinsider.com
5 days ago

We bought a house that's too small so we could afford our dream neighborhood. A $300,000 third-party loan will help us renovate.

The Feinbergs purchased a small home in Wayne, Pennsylvania, and planned to expand it using RenoFi financing based on future value.
SF real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 week ago

C2 Financial's Urwin on reverse mortgage broker-lender evolution

New lender agreements are enhancing broker protections, but the reverse mortgage market must attract new borrowers beyond refinances.
Marketing tech
fromEntrepreneur
3 weeks ago

Is It Finally Time to Put Homebuyers First in Real Estate Tech?

Proptech startups prioritized revenue from real estate agents and brokerages rather than end-users, resulting in technology that optimizes intermediary efficiency instead of consumer benefit.
NYC real estate
fromHoodline
2 days ago

Marex Moves To 560 Lexington In Midtown

Marex is relocating to 560 Lexington Avenue, occupying 39,552 square feet, reflecting a trend towards modern office spaces in Midtown.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
11 hours ago

Errol Samuelson: Zillow retools for AI-driven home search and the agent stays central

Zillow is adapting to consumer search behavior by integrating AI to provide personalized property recommendations based on contextual information.
fromHoodline
4 days ago

Manhattan Power Broker Closes 2.3 Million Square Feet in Office Deal Blitz

Scott Gottlieb's impressive performance in 2025 included 58 lease transactions, totaling around 2.3 million square feet, showcasing his ability to navigate a challenging office market.
NYC real estate
fromBusiness Matters
2 days ago

Commercial Lease Sydney Terms Explained (Rent, Outgoings, Incentives)

Rent in a commercial lease is not just a single figure; it can be gross, net, or semi-gross, each affecting overall financial commitments differently.
Real estate
NYC real estate
fromEpicenter NYC
6 days ago

Two affordable NYC co-ops you can buy for $16K and $30K - Epicenter NYC

Mitchell-Lama co-op lotteries in Brooklyn and the Bronx provide affordable homeownership options for eligible income ranges.
fromBrownstoner
6 days ago

What Owners Need to Know About Their Apartment Insurance

Most water claims start in the most ordinary places: under sinks and around toilets. A slow drip from a supply line or a small leak by a toilet can lead to severe water damage across several units.
NYC real estate
#mortgage-lending
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 day ago

Mortgage Workflow Fragmentation Drives Hidden Interoperability Tax Costs

Mortgage lenders face rising costs per loan due to operational complexity and fragmented workflows despite automation investments.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 weeks ago

The mortgage industry built a sales infrastructure. It now needs a navigation infrastructure

Mortgage lending's efficiency may obscure its complexities, necessitating a shift from sales infrastructure to navigation infrastructure for better borrower understanding.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 day ago

Mortgage Workflow Fragmentation Drives Hidden Interoperability Tax Costs

Mortgage lenders face rising costs per loan due to operational complexity and fragmented workflows despite automation investments.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 weeks ago

The mortgage industry built a sales infrastructure. It now needs a navigation infrastructure

Mortgage lending's efficiency may obscure its complexities, necessitating a shift from sales infrastructure to navigation infrastructure for better borrower understanding.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 day ago

Verification first: Why mortgage lending must rethink income and how it actually works

Mortgage underwriting needs to evolve from document-driven methods to assessing income behavior for better risk evaluation.
NYC real estate
fromThe Daily Upside
3 weeks ago

How Advisors Are Finding Opportunities in Private Real Estate Right Now

Commercial real estate values remain 17% below 2022 peaks due to pandemic office vacancies and interest rate increases, presenting potential buying opportunities despite sector skepticism and illiquidity concerns.
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 day ago

Mike Detwiler is once again the head of Mortgage Cadence

Detwiler stated, 'We had customers [who] had multiple offices, but they weren't connected. From a technological perspective, we found ourselves writing reports and reporting databases and reporting tools and creating extracts and workflow engines, and we realized, wow, most [of the] industry is very disconnected.'
Real estate
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 days ago

Rocket overtakes UWM in 2025 HMDA loan count

The mortgage market grew in 2025, with increased originations and consolidation among lenders despite a decline in the number of active lenders.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 days ago

Presupposition is the mistake: Why housing marketing doesn't meet the bar

Marketing in housing fails to create demand, assuming people desire homeownership without addressing their actual preferences for flexibility and freedom.
fromwww.housingwire.com
6 days ago

Mortgage lenders ramp up homebuilder divisions

Ginsburg stated that treating builder business as a core pillar rather than a side channel reflects a broader industry shift. He believes a healthy balance of builders should be around 15% to 20% of the overall retail book of business.
Real estate
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
5 days ago

NRMLA webinar to cover reverse servicing and maturity events

Understanding post-loan processes is crucial for originators, especially for elderly borrowers, to prevent risks like losing their homes over unpaid obligations.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
6 days ago

PartnerOne finalizes acquisition of Mortgage Cadence

Mortgage Cadence will enhance its capabilities under PartnerOne, focusing on long-term growth and innovation in loan origination technology.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 week ago

AI can accelerate real estate transactions But it can't replace the professional work that protects property rights

Artificial intelligence is enhancing efficiency in the title industry, but professional expertise remains essential for ensuring clear property ownership.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 week ago

Mortgage experts weigh in on GSE condo updates

GSEs will require full project reviews for condo loans, increasing costs and documentation requirements for homeowners associations starting Aug. 3.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 week ago

CMLS warns pre marketing could fragment the housing market

CMLS warns against limiting listing exposure, stating it fragments the housing market and favors larger firms over smaller brokerages.
fromRedfin | Real Estate Tips for Home Buying, Selling & More
2 weeks ago

What Happens If You Need to Move Soon After Buying a Home?

"When deciding whether to sell quickly or rent out the home, many homeowners underestimate the logistics involved with moving only part of their belongings or staging while relocating. Storage may seem like a simple add-on, but it actually introduces multiple steps, additional labor, and can significantly increase costs, sometimes even doubling them."
Real estate
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 weeks ago

Lower rates aren't enough: What mortgage lenders and servicers must do to set spring homebuyers up for long-term success

Interest rates easing may improve buyer sentiment, but sustainable homeownership relies more on managing cash flow than just lower rates.
Real estate
fromInc
2 weeks ago

Why Connectivity Is the New 'Location' in Commercial Real Estate

Digital infrastructure and connectivity now rival or surpass traditional location as the primary factor determining real estate value for business properties, with 96% of U.S. business leaders willing to pay premium prices for reliable connectivity.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 weeks ago

CrossCountry Mortgage to buy Summit Funding

CCM acquired Summit Mortgage Company, adding 168 loan officers and 45 branches to expand its $50.5 billion annual origination volume through strategic consolidation and operational synergies.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 weeks ago

Freedom Mortgage parent to acquire Seneca Mortgage Servicing

Freedom Superior acquires Seneca Mortgage Servicing from EJF Capital to expand its GSE-approved MSR platform and servicing capabilities, reaching a $642B portfolio.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

9 Strategies to Build Mortgage Referral Clients & Your Pipeline

Strong mortgage pipelines develop through intentional, trust-based referral partnerships that prioritize relationship-driven introductions over transactional leads, requiring deliberate actions that create genuine value for partners.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

5 Referral Partners Every Loan Officer Needs to Build a Resilient Pipeline

Loan officers must cultivate diverse referral partnerships across multiple partner types to build stable, sustainable pipelines that withstand market cycles and unpredictable homebuying demand.
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