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STATEMENT BY NAREB PRESIDENT COURTNEY JOHNSON ROSE

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The National Association of Real Estate Brokers (NAREB) is honored to have worked with HUD Secretary Marcia Fudge on a mission to expand affordable housing, increase homeownership for people of color, and reduce homelessness in America. NAREB congratulates Secretary Fudge on her retirement, recognizing that she will continue to embrace these goals as she writes her next chapter in an extraordinary public service career.
Congressman Emanuel Cleaver

Cleaver, Horsford, Kamlager-Dove Call on Regulators to Investigate Navy Federal Following Alarming Reports of...

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U.S. Representatives Emanuel Cleaver, II (D-MO), Ranking Member of the Financial Services Subcommittee on Housing and
MBA

Mortgage Application Payments Increased 3.8 Percent to $2,134 in January

National
Homebuyer affordability declined in January, with the national median payment applied for by purchase applicants increasing to $2,134 from $2,055 in December. This is according to the
New Democrat Coalition

New Democrat Coalition and Congressional Hispanic Caucus Request Answers from Navy Federal Credit Union,...

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New Democrat Coalition Affordable Housing Task Force Chair Norma J. Torres (CA-35), Vice Chair Emilia Sykes (OH-13) and
MBA

Share of Mortgage Loans in Forbearance Decreases Slightly to 0.22% in January

National
The Mortgage Bankers Association’s (MBA) monthly Loan Monitoring Survey revealed that the total number of loans now in forbearance decreased by 1 basis point from 0.23% of servicers’
When to Sell Your Home for Cash

When to Sell Your Home for Cash

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Deciding when to sell your home is as crucial as figuring out how to sell it. In the bustling world of real estate, selling your home for cash might sound like a swift and less burdensome option. But when is the right time to take this route? Join us as we dive into
MBA

January New Home Purchase Mortgage Applications Increased 19.1 Percent

National
The Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) Builder Application Survey (BAS) data for January 2024 shows mortgage applications for new home purchases increased 19.1 percent compared from a
NAHB

Housing Affordability Remains Near Historic Low Level

National
Mortgage rates that hit more than a 20-year high, coupled with elevated construction costs and excessive regulatory costs, left housing affordability in the fourth quarter of 2023 virtually
MBA

Mortgage Credit Availability Increased in January

National
Mortgage credit availability increased in January according to the Mortgage Credit Availability Index (MCAI), a report from the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) that analyzes data from ICE
NAHB

New Home Sales Bounce Back in December on Lower Mortgage Rates

National
Falling interest rates in the closing weeks of 2023 helped to bring buyers off the sidelines and provide a boost for new home sales. Sales of newly built, single-family homes in December increased
2024 Northern Virginia Housing Expo

Prince William County to host 2024 Northern Virginia Housing Expo march 23 at colgan high...

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Renters and first-time buyers looking for housing in Northern Virginia should plan to visit the 2024 Northern Virginia Housing Expo, a regional housing fair, at Charles J. Colgan High School in
MBA

Mortgage Application Payments Decreased 3.8 Percent to $2,055 in December

National
Homebuyer affordability improved in December, with the national median payment applied for by purchase applicants decreasing to $2,055 from $2,137 in November. This is according to the

Milestones Drives Strong Momentum with 513% Increase of Consumers on Platform

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Milestones, a leading provider of innovative solutions for homeowner engagement in the real estate and mortgage industries, recently celebrated a phenomenal 513% surge in new consumers on its platform within just one month.
Discovering the 5 Key Mortgage Types Every Home Buyer Should Know

Discovering the 5 Key Mortgage Types Every Home Buyer Should Know

National
Buying a home is an exciting and significant milestone in life. It's a path filled with hopes, dreams, and a fair share of complexities, particularly when it comes to understanding the different types of
MBA

MISMO Releases 2023 Annual Report at Winter Summit

National
MISMO, the real estate finance industry's standards organization, today released its 2023 Annual Report at its 2024 Winter Summit. The MISMO Annual Report outlines the organization’s progress
MBA

Mortgage Credit Availability Decreased in December

National
Mortgage credit availability decreased in December according to the Mortgage Credit Availability Index (MCAI), a report from the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) that analyzes data from ICE
U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren

ICYMI: Warren Calls for Big National Investment to Lower Housing Costs, Stronger Protections for...

National
Warren: “Massachusetts and the rest of the country shouldn’t be left to address this crisis alone. It’s time for the federal
MBA

November New Home Purchase Mortgage Applications Increased 21.8 Percent

National
The Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) Builder Application Survey (BAS) data for November 2023 shows mortgage applications for new home purchases increased 21.8 percent
MBA

Mortgage Credit Availability Decreased in November

National
Mortgage credit availability decreased in November according to the Mortgage Credit Availability Index (MCAI), a report from the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) that analyzes data from ICE

Efficient Home Loan Servicing Solutions: Simplifying Your Mortgage Process

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The home loan process can often be overwhelming and time-consuming. From understanding the application process to exploring various loan options, every step requires careful consideration. However, with efficient home loan servicing solutions, you can simplify the mortgage process and make it more streamlined.

Business Real Estate Press Releases

Rebecca Jensen, President and CEO of MRED

MRED Becomes First MLS to Lead National Relaunch of Broker Public...

Broker Public Portal (BPP), the industry-led initiative formed by brokerages and multiple listing services (MLSs) to deliver a transparent, accurate, and consumer-first home search experience,

Recent Gov & Nonprofit Real Estate Press Releases

The Importance of Safety in Residential Treatment and Therapeutic Boarding Schools

Safety is the foundation of successful residential treatment centers and therapeutic schools. For adolescents and young adults facing emotional, behavioral, or psychological issues, healing depends on feeling safe physically and emotionally. When students trust their safety is met, they are more likely to engage in therapy, build relationships, and develop coping skills.