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Existing-Home Sales Increase 1.3% in August
Existing-home sales inched up in August, marking two consecutive months of growth, according to the National Association of Realtors®. Three of the four major regions reported a rise in sales, while the West recorded a decline last month
VA Takes Action to Restore Trust at Atlanta VAMC’s Eagles’ Nest Community Living Center
Veterans Health Administration Executive in Charge Dr. Richard Stone announced a number of actions VA is taking in response to recent events at the Atlanta VA Medical Center’s Eagles’ Nest Community Living Center
August New Home Purchase Mortgage Applications Increased 33 Percent
The Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) Builder Application Survey (BAS) data for August 2019 shows mortgage applications for new home purchases increased 33 percent compared to a year ago.
MBA Statement on Enhancements to the CFPB Consumer Complaint Database
Statement of Robert D. Broeksmit, CMB, President and CEO of the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA), regarding enhancements to the CFPB Consumer Complaint Database announced today
How to Protect Your Real Estate Company from Digital Risks
The management of a real estate firm will typically involve the storage and utilization of a significant amount of sensitive data, including clients’ contact details, addresses, login credentials, and financial information. In today’s world, all of that info is typically stored in the digital realm, which means that a poor approach to digital security could actually put your business at risk.
First Time Investing in Real Estate? Avoid These Common Mistakes
You may have purchased many expensive things in your life like cars, high-end laptops, etc. However, buying a house or a parcel of land is completely different. This is because when a huge amount of money is at stake, then there is no room for mistakes.
A Quick Guide to Move-In and Move-Out Checklists for Rental Property Owners
Before each new tenant moves into your rental property, you’ll need to make sure everything in the residence is in good condition and works correctly. The best way to do this is with a thorough property inspection. This walk-through must be completed with the previous occupant before the new tenant moves in.
MLS Grid achieves Platinum RESO Certification
MLS Grid, which offers a streamlined real estate data delivery and licensing service, has been named a platinum-certified Web API provider by the Real Estate Standards Organization (RESO). This groundbreaking designation came last week at RESO’s 2019 Fall Conference
How Often Should You Wash The Curtains?
There are hardly any homes that do not have curtains or blinds. They are required for keeping the rooms clean and cool. They help in filtering ultraviolet rays and heat emanating from the harsh summers in Singapore. While the curtain in your home does the silent role of a good Samaritan
6 Smart Ways to Save On Aircon Servicing
In Singapore, an aircon in your home is essential thanks to the tropical climate. Whether it's your home, shop, office, the aircon must function optimally to bring comfort. As you keep on using the aircon, it's likely to develop issues - the air vents may be clogged up, the overall efficiency of the aircon may fall, and more. It is, therefore, important to service your aircon regularly.
6 Ways You Can Save Money with @bsolute Part Time Maid
We obviously want our home to look spick and span always and for the purpose regular cleaning is a must. When we clean our homes properly the result is, of course, great, but the procedure itself is very tedious. This is why people consider hiring part-time maids to make their job easy.
Secretary Bernhardt Announces $83.7 Million Construction Award to Continue Work on Navajo-Gallup Water Supply...
U.S. Secretary of the Interior David Bernhardt today announced an $83.7 million construction contract for the Navajo-Gallup Water Supply Project to bring clean and reliable water to tribal and rural communities in northwestern New Mexico
Ginnie Mae MBS Outstanding Increases to $2.087 Trillion
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Ginnie Mae today announced that issuance of its mortgage-backed securities (MBS) totaled $52.478 billion in August, providing financing for more than 207,000...
Splunk partners with Habitat for Humanity to build and repair homes in over 20...
Splunk Inc. announced today that it has partnered with Habitat for Humanity this summer to help build and repair homes alongside future Habitat homeowners in over 20 communities around the world.
International Housing Association Focuses on Access to Housing Finance
The International Housing Association (IHA) is focusing on ways potential home owners across the world can access housing finance to achieve homeownership, IHA leaders announced during
Statement from NAHB Chairman Greg Ugalde on Today’s Senate Banking Committee Hearing on the...
Greg Ugalde, chairman of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) and a home builder and developer from Torrington, Conn., today issued the following statement in response to today’s Senate Banking Committee hearing
Vast Majority of Americans Cite Growing Housing Affordability Problem As a Crisis
Four out of five American households believe the nation is suffering a housing affordability crisis and at least 75 percent report this is a problem at the state and local level as well, according to a new nationwide survey conducted
Mortgage Credit Availability Decreased in August
Mortgage credit availability decreased in August according to the Mortgage Credit Availability Index (MCAI), a report from the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) that analyzes data from Ellie Mae's AllRegs® Market Clarity® business information tool
MBA Releases 2019 Mid-Year Commercial/Multifamily Servicer Rankings
The Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) today released its mid-year rankings of commercial and multifamily mortgage servicers' volumes as of June 30, 2019. At the top of the list of firms is Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., with $681.8 billion in master
5 Tips for New Real Estate Agents
Entering the real estate business can be daunting. It may often seem that competition is fierce, and standing out from that competition is difficult. To thrive as a new real estate agent, you need to ensure that your messaging and branding are on point. Read on for our five top tips for new real estate agents.
