Realtor.com data challenges effectiveness of Senate ban on big home investors
Realtor.com finds institutional investors were 1% of purchases in 2015 to 2025, suggesting limited affordability impact.
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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.
What the Housing for the 21st Century Act means for real estate agents, lenders
If enacted, the reforms would mark one of the most aggressive federal efforts in decades to boost housing supply and market activity.
Pennymac leader on policy shifts to ease homeownership barriers
As Congress prepares for hearings on mortgage finance and affordability, industry leaders are bracing for months of policy debate.
House approves funding boost for Social Security Administration
Provisions would give the agency an additional $50 million for customer service through fiscal year 2026, which ends Sept. 30.
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.
HUD orders housing agencies to verify tenant eligibility
According to HUD officials, a recent audit identified nearly 200,000 tenants whose eligibility requires verification.
Long-term care advocates speak out on regulatory rollbacks
Recent changes reverse years of advocacy efforts and are expected to affect care delivery for millions of older Americans.