Gen X investors are confident, but they often lack formal retirement plans
Forty percent of Gen Xers said they do not have a formal written financial plan. Among those who do, half created the plan independently.
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Louisville, Ky., joins municipalities piloting AI to fast-track permits
AI pilot programs in cities like Louisville aim to cut permitting delays, saving time for builders and supporting housing supply growth.
Jim Park on appraisal workforce shortage and regulatory shifts
The U.S. appraisal industry faces a shrinking workforce, regulatory changes and new tech requirements, impacting housing and lending.
Indiana bill targets housing affordability with state zoning changes
Another state vs. local jurisdiction showdown is brewing up in Indiana. Lawmakers there are poised to strip cities of much of their power over where and how new housing is built, setting up a clash over who holds the reins of local growth and – critically – housing development. Indiana’s proposed bill would transform how […]
NAR, .RealEstate helping Realtors build online presence
The platform includes new website technology, onboarding tools and features to help agents establish an online presence more quickly.
How a state bar filing could derail a California upzoning plan
The latest “not in my backyard” tactic in California’s local zoning disputes and state housing law battles? Filing a complaint with the state bar association. A case in point: An attorney who failed in an effort to derail a Rancho Palos Verdes, Calif., upzoning lodged a complaint with the California State Bar about a March […]
Onity Group raises $200M in debt, reports strong estimated Q4 earnings
Onity Group raised $200 million in debt, surpassing its $150 million target, and estimates Q4 net income of $107 million to $131 million.
White House proposal would keep Medicare Advantage rates stable in 2027
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) said payments to Medicare Advantage plans would rise by an estimated 0.09% on average in 2027 — far below expectations from Wall Street analysts.
Trump executive order overrides Los Angeles wildfire rebuilding plan
Trump’s executive order lets federal agencies bypass California rules for wildfire recovery, citing delays in rebuilding efforts.
Rocket CFO touts ‘all-weather’ model as mortgage market improves
Brian Brown, chief financial officer and treasurer for Rocket Companies, expects continued improvement in the mortgage market in 2026, building on momentum that emerged in the second half of 2025.