NAHB: Remodeling for aging in place fell in Q1 but receptivity remains high
The drop is attributed primarily to economic volatility, specifically high interest rates, general uncertainty and observed swings in the stock market.
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Tech Pulse: Fannie Mae targets fraud, DirectOffer launches AI assistant
Here’s what happened this week in the latest tech tools, integrations and trends impacting mortgage and real estate.
Study suggests banks are avoiding mortgages in California wildfire zones
The study is awaiting peer review, but it suggests fintech lenders could be taking market share from traditional lenders in riskier areas.
DOJ withdraws objection to MLS PIN settlement, clearing the way for preliminary approval
The DOJ has withdrawn its objection to MLS PIN’s settlement of the Nosalek commission lawsuit, clearing the way for preliminary approval.
HUD OIG reveals ongoing reverse mortgage oversight priority
The HUD OIG report details some reverse mortgage highlights, including an ongoing oversight priority and a recent conviction.
SERHANT. adds top agent in Florida expansion
Gary Pohrer has closed $2.5 billion-plus in career sales and brings more than two decades of experience in the luxury real estate market.
New Jersey seniors seek out home modifications to age in place
New Jersey is keeping aging in place in mind as the silver tsunami is projected to grow in and around the Garden State.
Philadelphia lawmakers advance ordinance to speed affordable housing construction
City leaders are making new legislative efforts to bolster and preserve affordable housing stock, in alignment with the mayor’s goals.
Federal Court blocks Trump’s ‘Liberation Day’ tariffs
A three-judge panel issued the decision Wednesday, siding with plaintiffs who argued that Trump’s use of tariffs violated U.S. law.
DOGE effect? Housing inventory in DC is rising faster than the rest of the country
Are federal layoffs having an impact on the D.C. housing market? A divergence between condos and single-family homes could be a clue.