Housing

First American launches monthly rent automated valuation model

First American Data & Analytics has released an automated valuation model that estimates monthly rent for residential properties nationwide. The product — called Procision Rental ...

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Local investors outpace builders in affordable home output

Local investors have officially surpassed builders in adding new housing supply in many markets, according to a new report from New Western. In 2025, investors have brought 30,852 reno...

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FMLS to adopt new RentSpree platform

First Multiple Listing Service (FMLS), the nation’s fifth-largest MLS, will be the first to adopt RentSpree’s new rental management system, the companies announced. The platform — called...

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Housing starts were up in July, but don’t get used to it

Housing starts bounced back slightly in July, driven by strong growth in the multi-family sector, according to data released Tuesday by the U.S. Census Bureau. The number of new homes start...

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Common pitfalls: Where mortgage servicers often stumble in the second half

With all eyes now firmly focused on the second half of 2025, mortgage servicers throughout the U.S. face an important period for property tax management. More than 60% of all property tax bills are...

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Inside Pegasus Senior Living’s Evidence-Based Memory Care Philosophy

Pegasus Senior Living is preparing for a future in which the industry must cater to higher acuity needs and cognitive care. The Dallas, Texas-based senior living provider in 2025 is continui...

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Senior Lifestyle ‘Flips the Script’ for New Residents With Evolved Memory Care Program

Senior Lifestyle is retooling and enhancing its memory care program to meet incoming demand as high acuity needs continue to drive providers to strengthen their models to slow the cognitive decline...

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VA loan homebuyers navigate NAR settlement with ease

As the real estate industry prepared for the business practice changes outlined in the National Association of Realtors’ (NAR) nationwide commission lawsuit settlement agreement, one of the biggest...

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Greystone’s $103M affordable housing fund to support rental units in six states

New York-based Greystone Real Estate Capital has closed its first affordable housing fund, raising $103 million to finance nearly 1,000 rental units across six states. The fund — called ...

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Caliber Home Loans fined $2.3M for overcharging California borrowers

The California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation (DFPI) confirmed on Monday that it has reached a $2.3 million settlement with former mortgage lender and servicer Caliber Home Loans...

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RE/MAX turns to Vic Lombardo to scale Motto Mortgage, wemlo

RE/MAX Holdings has appointed Vic Lombardo as its president of mortgage services. Lombardo will succeed Ward Morrison to oversee mortgage brokerage franchise brand Motto Mortgage and third-party pr...

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Inside Real Estate puts forth AI-powered home search platform

Inside Real Estate has released HomeSearch AI — a new search and client engagement platform designed to let users input natural language to find listings and help real estate professionals reengage...

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Senior Living Dealbook: American House Expands in Florida; Alegre Home Care joins Elder Care Alliance

Transactions American House expands in Florida American House announced it is growing its presence in Florida with the acquisition of the newly minted American House Naples. ...

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Occupancy Data Shows Some Senior Living Residents Now Prefer Larger Units

Rising occupancy in larger units, particularly in assisted living, is evidence of an ongoing shift in preferences among prospective senior living residents. “Ten years ago, three-bedroo...

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New Study Shows Lifestyle Changes That Can Help Improve Risk of Dementia

A new study has shown evidence that certain kinds of exercise and diet changes help older adults at risk of cognitive decline improve their cognition. That’s according to the Alzheimer’s...

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As reverse mortgage demand grows, lenders may need more personnel

Consumer demand for reverse mortgage products is expected to rise as the population ages more quickly. According to estimates from Business Research Insights, the global market is currently valued ...

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Homebuilders are still pessimistic, as builder confidence plateaus

Homebuilder confidence plateaued in August as mortgage rates remain elevated, continuing to weaken buyer traffic, and builders continue to grapple with supply-side challenges, according to the Nati...

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Report: HUD to adopt English-only policy

An English-only policy for nearly all services and operations will be adopted by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), according to an internal memo obtained by The New York P...

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ICE delays Encompass SDK transition until end of 2026

ICE Mortgage Technology has delayed the retirement of its Encompass SDK system and certain other legacy technologies until Dec. 31, 2026, according to an announcement posted on the company’s websit...

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Achieve closes $226 million HELOC securitization

Digital personal finance company Achieve on Monday announced the Aug. 14 close of a $266 million, AAA-rated securitization backed by newly originated home equity lines of credit (HELOCs). ...

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The Bank of Glen Burnie acquires VA Wholesale Mortgage

The Bank of Glen Burnie has acquired Virginia-based mortgage brokerage firm VA Wholesale Mortgage (VAWM), a move that gives the seller access to capital and back-office support while broadening the...

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