The trend of homeowners moving to urban areas could potentially shift the political influence in swing states as well as potentially impact the upcoming presidential election.
Read More »The Real Estate Investors of Today and Tomorrow
Single-family real estate investments continue to grow in popularity compared to other, more traditional investment models, with investors seeking creative ways to grow their portfolio. What does the shift in investment philosophy mean for the housing industry?
Read More »State Spotlight: Los Angeles Attorney Reaches Settlement with US Bank
Los Angeles City Attorney Mike Feuer announced recently that his office has reached a settlement to resolve allegations for municipal code violations and other issues on hundreds of foreclosed properties in Los Angeles.
Read More »Banks Revise Their “Living Wills”
In April of this year, the Fed and FDIC determined that each of the 2015 resolution plans, or “living wills," for eight domestic banking institutions were not credible or would not facilitate an orderly resolution under the U.S. Bankruptcy Code. What have these firms done to resolve their deficiencies?
Read More »What Issues are Lurking Behind Rising Home Prices?
What economic factors are making homes less affordable as housing prices near and even pass their pre-recession peaks in some markets?
Read More »Start Your Engines: Ohio Foreclosure Fast-Tracking Bill Takes Effect
The fast track foreclosure bill which would reduce foreclosure timelines from two to three years down to as low as six months, took effect last Wednesday, after passing in the Ohio State Legislature in late May.
Read More »Making Further Strides: Bankruptcy Filings Fall
For the past few months, national bankruptcy filings have gone up and down comparatively month-over-month. How will this month's filings compare to those of 2015?
Read More »FHFA Raises Awareness for Principal Reduction
The Federal Housing Finance Agency launches a social media campaign to raise borrower awareness for their one-time Principal Reduction Modification program.
Read More »Back from the Brink: Treasury Celebrates Housing Recovery
It has been eight years since the implementation of the Troubled Asset Relief Program. What has this program and others instilled by Treasury done to asset in helping the housing market recover?
Read More »FHFA Announces Agency Goals for 2017
What strategic goals does the FHFA hope to accomplish through Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, and the Federal Home Loan Banks?
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