FHLBanks respond to FHFA report on affordable housing investments

FHLBanks respond to FHFA report on affordable housing investments

The Council of Federal Home Loan Banks (FHLBanks) lauded this week’s release of a report from the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA), which highlighted the banks’ growth in support of affordable housing... Read more »
Ruoff Mortgage teams with Calque on ‘buy before you sell’ offering

Ruoff Mortgage teams with Calque on ‘buy before you sell’ offering

Indiana-based lender Ruoff Mortgage is making a move designed to help more homeowners get into new homes with ease.  Ruoff Mortgage is teaming up with fintech company Calque to offer two “buy... Read more »
Ruoff Mortgage teams with Calque on ‘buy before you sell’ offering

Why housing demand is now showing year-over-year growth

We have had three weeks of positive year-over-year growth in both purchase application data and weekly pending contract data, with last week showing a noticeable jump from last year. Now the dose... Read more »
Ruoff Mortgage teams with Calque on ‘buy before you sell’ offering

The Fed’s monetary policy is stifling new construction

Since mortgage rates have headed higher again, I was anticipating that today’s housing starts report would be the last decent print before the effects of higher mortgage rates hit the builders, but... Read more »
Ruoff Mortgage teams with Calque on ‘buy before you sell’ offering

Where the presidential candidates stand on elder care issues

With a little more than two weeks remaining until Election Day, the policy positions of the major political parties’ nominees for president — Democrat Kamala Harris and Republican Donald Trump — have... Read more »
The month in reverse mortgage rates: October 2024

The month in reverse mortgage rates: October 2024

When older homeowners wish to access a portion of their equity, there are multiple options. Of course, selling the home is generally not desirable. A cash-out refinance is also not a prudent... Read more »
Ruoff Mortgage teams with Calque on ‘buy before you sell’ offering

One mortgage lender abandons the Florida condo market

California-based Provident Funding Associates LLC is getting out of the Florida condo lending business, it told broker partners on Friday. In an email sent Friday morning, Provident said that it would “no... Read more »
Open house power up: A realtor’s guide

Open house power up: A realtor’s guide

Important Note* Check your local forms for options around discussing buyer agency with visiting prospects. Follow your local MLS and broker rules and regulations and master how to speak to the prospects... Read more »
California Environmental Quality Act is hurting Latino homeownership

California Environmental Quality Act is hurting Latino homeownership

Latinos in California face significant disparities in income, homeownership and education compared with their counterparts in other states with substantial Latino populations such as Texas and Florida. Our state’s housing crisis is... Read more »
LRE on Tour 10/18

LRE on Tour 10/18

The Door is Open Enjoy this exclusive access to virtually tour exceptional homes from around the world listed by members of Who’s Who in Luxury Real Estate.  Naples, FL, USA This lavish residence showcases 140-feet... Read more »