Kentucky housing reform bill collapses in final hours
Kentucky’s failure shows how difficult housing politics remain even as other states manage to pass modest reforms.
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Georgia LIHTC credit match stays in place for now
Georgia left a key construction incentive for affordable housing untouched while offering no new relief from rising property tax valuations on LIHTC-reliant projects.
The rumors aren’t true. Housing market crash unlikely despite war, high rates
HousingWire lead economic analyst Logan Mohtashami has cited a key ingredient needed for a crash that’s currently missing.
Labor department rule would ease path for riskier 401(k) investments
The first Trump administration issued guidance in 2020, effectively giving a green light to the use of private equity in retirement accounts.
What real estate agents need to know about the spring housing market
Experts say the challenge for real estate and mortgage professionals is interpreting signals without overreacting to short-term fluctuations.
Trump 401(k) plan, if expanded, could advance universal retirement
A recent op-ed concluded that Trump’s proposal, if expanded, could help move the nation toward a “more inclusive” form of capitalism.
Housing leaders say Trump’s plan must go deeper than lower mortgage rates
Industry leaders said Trump’s address left housing affordability largely unaddressed, with more focus on tariffs and investor restrictions.
No exodus after all? Manhattan luxury market sales accelerate under Mamdani
With Zohran Mamdani mayor and debate over a possible city wealth tax or property tax increase, market data shows no sign of a luxury exodus.
Analysis questions CFPB’s economic impact, sparks debate over true costs
The report assesses the CFPB’s economic impact, highlighting potential costs to borrowers, but the findings remain a subject of debate.
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.