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Senate Banking Committee advances bipartisan ‘ROAD to Housing Act’
The legislation, led by Chairman Tim Scott (R-S.C.) and Ranking Member Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), aims to increase housing supply and affordability while improving oversight of federal housing programs.
RealPage acquires Rexera to expand AI capabilities
Leaders said the move will improve transaction processing speed, accuracy and service for agents, escrow officers and lenders.
Annual home-price growth hit lowest level in two years in May
Home prices rose 2.3% on an annual basis in May, down from 2.7% in April, according to the Case Shiller Home Price Index
Maryland reverse mortgage bill withdrawn following industry dialogue
A Maryland reverse mortgage bill seeking to establish an escrow account for expenses has been tabled for now after industry dialogue.
HomeVision, Restb.ai partner on AI in collateral underwriting
The companies say the technology will improve appraisal accuracy, automate parts of the review process and help lenders, appraisal management companies (AMCs) and individual appraisers identify errors.
MoxiWorks secures additional funding, names new CRO
The real estate technology company announced additional funding from its ownership group with include Vector Capital and Howard Hanna.
Southern Nevada real estate outlook: 2025 predictions
As we head into 2025, I’m optimistic about the Southern Nevada real estate market and the opportunities it presents. While the economic conditions are certainly shifting, I see several factors that could drive activity and create a dynamic year ahead.
Biden administration’s parting gift to real estate is a lawsuit against Greystar
The Federal Trade Commission is suing Greystar for allegedly deceiving tenants through fees that raised rents above the advertised amount.
