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Realtor.com News ·

A Rare $22 Million I.M. Pei-Designed Mansion Just Hit the Market in Texas for the First Time Ever

Step inside I.M. Pei's largest residential marvel: a Texas estate listed for the first time ever. Explore the iconic $22 million home.
National Mortgage News ·

Investment property hotspots may present DSCR opportunity

The number of investment units purchased grew for the first time in four quarters, but market share was the smallest since early 2025, BatchData reported.
USDA Rural Development ·

USDA Awards $749,926 Distance Learning Grant to Dillon School District 3 to Expand Rural Learning Opportunities

USDA Awards $749,926 Distance Learning Grant to Dillon School District 3 to Expand Rural Learning Opportunities JAMIE A. WELCH JARO Fri, 10/16/2026 - 16:59 Email [email protected] Release Date Oct…
HousingWire ·

Real, Compass, SERHANT. add teams; Baird & Warner picks COO

Christies International Real Estate expands in New Jersey
Zillow Research ·

Housing demand finds a new home in rentals, up 19.2% (September Rent Report)

As elevated borrowing costs push up a buyer’s monthly payment, more shoppers are choosing to rent.
Redfin News ·

Housing Market Update: Asking Prices Fall For the First Time Since March

Pending home sales inched up this week, but they’re still near record lows. What to know about the U.S. housing market for the four weeks ending October 11: Home prices are losing momentum. The…
HUD.gov (U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development) ·

HUD Makes It Easier to Build More Housing

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The Mortgage Reports ·

September inflation reached 3.7%. What it could mean for mortgage rates before October 28

September inflation reached 3.7%, above forecasts. Here's how bond-market moves could affect mortgage quotes before the October 28 Fed decision.
CFPB Newsroom ·

CFPB Announces New Initiative to Address OCC-Uncovered Debanking by Large Banks

Today, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) announced the next step in its work to advance President Trump’s fight against the debanking of businesses and individuals on the basis of their…
Realtor.com News ·

Inside the $5.4 Million Cape Cod Dream Home Built for Ultimate Luxury Entertaining

Inside a $5.4M Cape Cod waterfront estate in Mashpee with two kitchens, a heated pool, private dock, and heated driveway on Ashumet Pond.
National Mortgage News ·

GSE shareholders closer to big payout after petition denial

After court denies rehearing, investors in the Fairholme case may still face a hurdle from a potential FHFA challenge.
USDA Rural Development ·

Building Stability, One Family at a Time

Building Stability, One Family at a Time JESSICA R. BOWSER Fri, 10/16/2026 - 15:35 Release Date 2026-10-16 Contact [email protected] Candace Perry was joined by USDA Rural Development State Director…
HousingWire ·

Compass takes CRMLS fight to court and promises to cover agent fines

Complaint alleges fines up to $2,500 for public marketing outside the MLS when clients direct it in writing
Zillow Research ·

Sellers: Results from the Consumer Housing Trends Report 2026

Key Highlights Profit is still the top seller priority (52%), but it’s cooled from 58% in 2025, as more sellers (36%) now prioritize hitting their target timeline instead, consistent with a softer…
Redfin News ·

Home Sellers Now Outnumber Buyers By 63%, the Biggest Gap Since the Post-Recession Housing Crash

House hunters had more negotiating power in September than they’ve had since the housing market crashed after the 2008 financial crisis, with 63% more home sellers than buyers. The number of buyers…
The Mortgage Reports ·

I Own My House Outright and Want a Loan: Is It Possible? | 2026

Yes. If you own your house outright and want a loan, you can borrow against it with a home equity loan, a home equity line of credit (HELOC) or a […]
Realtor.com News ·

A Cold War Missile Silo 182 Feet Underground Is for Sale in Kansas for $1.6 Million

A Cold War missile silo 182 feet underground in Kansas is on the market, featuring blast doors and 2,500 square feet of living space.
National Mortgage News ·

Mortgage bond sales put on hold as investors demand more yield

Figure Technology Solutions put a break on fundraising plans with a unit deciding to postpone a $346 million residential mortgage-backed security.
USDA Rural Development ·

USDA Rural Development: Delivering Rural Housing Investments

USDA Rural Development: Delivering Rural Housing Investments NICOLE E. KING Fri, 10/16/2026 - 14:40 Email [email protected] Release Date Oct 16, 2026 Section 515 Rural Rental Housing Program Fiscal…
HousingWire ·

First Horizon sells $4.5B mortgage portfolio at discount

Bank is moving to align its mortgage production more closely with core relationship clients
Zillow Research ·

Buyers: Results from the Consumer Housing Trends Report 2026

Key Highlights Repeat buyers are driving the market. 58% of buyers in 2026 were repeat buyers, up from 55% in 2025 and 50% in 2023. AI has entered the home search, especially for first-timers. 82% of…
Redfin News ·

Core Inflation Tops Forecasts, Making an October Fed Rate Hike a Close Call

Takeaway: A higher-than-expected inflation report puts the odds of a rate hike in two weeks at 50/50. Rates will give back some of last week’s improvements. Both overall and core inflation–which…
The Mortgage Reports ·

Home Equity Investment for Low Credit: Credit Score Requirements

Home equity investments are one of the most common HELOC alternatives, and borrowers with credit scores as low as 500 could be approved.
Realtor.com News ·

Former HarperCollins CEO Lists $5 Million Frank Lloyd Wright-Inspired Hamptons Retreat

Former HarperCollins CEO Jane Friedman lists her $5M Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired East Hampton Zen retreat featuring a koi pond and pool.
National Mortgage News ·

Servicers must watch non QM as negative outcomes grow

While positive results, including cures and resumed payments, still outpace the poor ones, the gap in the most recent dv01 study narrowed from 12 months prior.
USDA Rural Development ·

USDA Rural Development Invests $25 Billion to Strengthen Rural Communities Nationwide

USDA Rural Development Invests $25 Billion to Strengthen Rural Communities Nationwide JESSICA R. BOWSER Fri, 10/16/2026 - 10:43 Email [email protected] City Lincoln, Nebraska Release Date Oct 16,…
HousingWire ·

Disruption can distract brokerage leaders from consumer expectations

Lessons from deregulation, software shifts, wireless competition, and patient consumerism point to a consistent pattern, choice changes behavior
Redfin News ·

A Smile Is America’s Favorite Way to Greet a Neighbor

Smiling is the most common way U.S. homeowners greet strangers and familiar faces in their neighborhood, followed closely by saying hello: 45% of homeowners smile when they see strangers, and 40% go…
The Mortgage Reports ·

How To Get A HELOC | Process & Requirements 2026

HELOCs are a great way to turn home equity into cash without refinancing. Learn how to get a HELOC in this step-by-step guide.
Realtor.com News ·

The ‘Whimsymaxxing’ Trend Has Made Its Way to Luxury Real Estate—See Which Funky Amenities Developers Are Brewing Up

Developers in Florida are taking note of the internet's obsession with making life a little bit more quirky.
National Mortgage News ·

Canadian fintech's broker AI may extend to United States

Pentiv's initial artificial intelligence applications are a recruitment agent and an alternative mortgage renewal agent, which will help spot at-risk extensions.
USDA Rural Development ·

USDA Awards $200,000 Value-Added Producer Grant to Edisto Honey in South Carolina

USDA Awards $200,000 Value-Added Producer Grant to Edisto Honey in South Carolina JAMIE A. WELCH JARO Thu, 10/15/2026 - 15:44 Email [email protected] Release Date Oct 15, 2026 USDA Rural Development…
HousingWire ·

Fannie Mae slashes 2027 mortgage forecast amid higher rates

Refinance activity takes the brunt of the revision
Redfin News ·

All Eyes on Wednesday’s Inflation Report as Markets Weigh How Many More Fed Hikes Are Left

In A Nutshell: Every CPI inflation print has the potential to send rates up or down, and this Wednesday’s is no exception. There’s still an open question as to how many more hikes there will be from…
The Mortgage Reports ·

Home Equity Loan for an ADU or Home Addition: How It Works

Thinking about using a home equity loan to build an ADU or addition? Learn how much you can borrow, how it compares to renovation and...
Realtor.com News ·

Queens Neighbors Band Together To Evict ‘Psychopath Squatter’ From $915K Home

Neighbors banded together to oust two squatters who illegally moved into a Queens home after its owner died.
National Mortgage News ·

Escrow violation shows why lenders must prioritize bookkeeping

Wyoming-based Wallick & Volk faces suspension of its California license after regulators found the lender commingled escrow funds with its general account.
USDA Rural Development ·

USDA Rural Development Obligates $2 Million Eastern N.C. Rural Communities

USDA Rural Development Obligates $2 Million Eastern N.C. Rural Communities ROBERT E. KERNS Thu, 10/15/2026 - 14:30 Name Robert Kerns Email [email protected] Phone 919-873-2033 City Powellsville…
HousingWire ·

Dark Matter promotes three executives to senior leadership roles

The company promoted three executives into CTO, CFO, legal roles
Redfin News ·

The Hottest Neighborhood on Chicago’s Red Line: Near North Side

Near North Side is the hottest neighborhood along the Red Line in 2026, followed by Uptown and Near South Side, according to a Redfin ranking. Washington Heights and Rogers Park round out the top…
Realtor.com News ·

The Real Amendment 3 Before Florida Voters: 5 Things Floridians Should Know About Property Tax Relief

Amendment 3 would put money back into the pockets of eligible homeowners, writes Chuck Bonfiglio Jr., 2026 president of Florida Realtors®.
National Mortgage News ·

Consumers put another servicer on watch with lawsuit over fees

Homeowners say Roundpoint assessed them numerous fees in violation of their mortgage contract and state law, including a "broker price opinion" charge.
USDA Rural Development ·

USDA Rural Development Invests $4.7M in Marysvale Water Improvements and Fire House Equipment

USDA Rural Development Invests $4.7M in Marysvale Water Improvements and Fire House Equipment JAMIE A. WELCH JARO Thu, 10/15/2026 - 13:50 Email [email protected] Release Date Oct 15, 2026 USDA Rural…
HousingWire ·

Candidates pitch housing affordability fixes as a midterm gambit

Candidates pair pro-supply policies with populist proposals like investor limits, LIHTC expansion and down payment help
Realtor.com News ·

Florida Homestead Tax Sparks Debate Over Who Will Pay for Local Services

Voters are weeks from deciding whether to radically reform the state's property tax system. Here's what it means.
National Mortgage News ·

Home equity deal shows VantageScore viable for RMBS ratings

A fintech's transaction is the first to go through S&P Global's preliminary rating process with VantageScore 4.0 used to underwrite for 100% of the loans.
USDA Rural Development ·

USDA Announces $41,500 Investment in Coopersville

USDA Announces $41,500 Investment in Coopersville ALEC H. LLOYD Thu, 10/15/2026 - 10:04 Name Alec Lloyd Email [email protected] Phone 517-324-5204 City East Lansing Release Date Oct 15, 2026 U.S.…
HousingWire ·

AI voice agents target real estate’s next conversion opportunity

CINC’s Jeff Walker says the priority is recognizing lead intent during a 12-month sales cycle and acting at the right moment
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On the forums
I am up against the wall and have no clue what to do!
r/personalfinance · 125 · 791 Debt
We got the keys! Minnesota $244,900 @ 6.852%
r/FirstTimeHomeBuyer · 2083 · 134 GOT THE KEYS! 🔑 🏡
The third investor house on my street has went up for sale. Is this normal?
r/RealEstate · 90 · 93
Am I behind on retirement?
r/personalfinance · 92 · 108 Retirement
We did it!! Nor Cal 813k 4.99
r/FirstTimeHomeBuyer · 1278 · 124 GOT THE KEYS! - New Build 🔑 🏡
Millions of boomer's kids trying to sell their parents houses. I am thinking that home prices will continue to stagnate for many years
r/RealEstate · 399 · 583 Data
Just found out my employer has not posted 5 months worth of paycheck contributions to my 401(k) balance.
r/personalfinance · 765 · 132 Retirement
Finally closed! - Phoenix, AZ $799k / 4.75% 30 year fixed
r/FirstTimeHomeBuyer · 3065 · 945 GOT THE KEYS! - New Build 🔑 🏡
As a realtor what do you do in this instance
r/RealEstate · 68 · 104
Am I being taken advantage of by my financial advisor?
r/personalfinance · 589 · 664
We did it!!! San Antonio, TX, $291K, 5.24%
r/FirstTimeHomeBuyer · 1710 · 163 GOT THE KEYS! - New Build 🔑 🏡
Update on the Hostile Seller at the Inspection of the House
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