Layla Zulfa
- Real Estate & Property Tax
- September 30, 2026
- 59 views
New York City’s Pied-à-Terre Tax Faces Legal Setback as Judge Nullifies Notices
A pivotal ruling by a Staten Island judge has delivered a significant blow to Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s administration, halting the implementation of the controversial pied-à-terre tax. Justice Wayne M. Ozzi…
- Real Estate & Property Tax
- September 30, 2026
- 50 views
Zillow Faces Continued Antitrust Scrutiny as Court Allows Tying Arrangement Lawsuit to Proceed
A pivotal legal battle challenging Zillow’s business practices is advancing after a federal judge denied the online real estate giant’s motion to dismiss a significant antitrust lawsuit. The litigation, spearheaded…
- Real Estate & Property Tax
- September 30, 2026
- 130 views
The U.S. Housing Market Experiences Widespread Price Reductions Amidst Inventory Growth and Lengthening Sales Cycles
Price reductions are becoming a defining characteristic of the United States housing market as a surge in available inventory coincides with a noticeable increase in the time it takes for…
- Real Estate & Property Tax
- September 29, 2026
- 128 views
Ginnie Mae President Signals Administration’s Comfort with FHA MIP Structure Amidst Reverse Mortgage Industry Pushback
The Trump administration, through Ginnie Mae President Joe Gormley, has conveyed a message of contentment with the existing structure of mortgage insurance premiums (MIPs) for both Federal Housing Administration (FHA)…
- Real Estate & Property Tax
- September 29, 2026
- 65 views
Inflation and Housing Costs Cast a Shadow Over Senior Homeowners, With Only One in Three Expecting Financial Improvement Next Year
A new survey from Longbridge Financial reveals a somber financial outlook for senior homeowners, with a significant majority anticipating no improvement and many bracing for a decline in their financial…
- Real Estate & Property Tax
- September 29, 2026
- 38 views
A family cannot rebuild a home with a press release.
The aftermath of a natural disaster presents a complex and often overwhelming challenge for affected homeowners. While government agencies, financial institutions, and construction professionals may diligently work behind the scenes,…
- Real Estate & Property Tax
- September 29, 2026
- 32 views
Could We Really See 9% Mortgage Rates Over the Next 12 Months?
The specter of 9% mortgage rates has resurfaced in financial discussions, prompting scrutiny of economic forecasts and potential market catalysts. This concern was amplified by a recent CNBC segment featuring…
- Real Estate & Property Tax
- September 28, 2026
- 84 views
Luminate Bank Disrupts Reverse Mortgage Market with Holistic Banking and Lending Strategy
Minneapolis-based Luminate Bank is rapidly gaining traction in the reverse mortgage sector, a market historically dominated by established players. The company has achieved a significant surge in Home Equity Conversion…
- Real Estate & Property Tax
- September 28, 2026
- 106 views
VA Loan Specialists Can Unlock Significant Growth by Addressing Misconceptions and Leveraging Data, Industry Experts Advise
Mortgage brokers aiming to expand their reach and better serve the veteran and active-duty military community through U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) loan programs have substantial opportunities for growth,…
- Real Estate & Property Tax
- September 28, 2026
- 45 views
A Volatile Week Sees Mortgage Rates Surge to 7.49% Amidst Geopolitical Tensions and Hawkish Fed Signals
The bond market experienced a turbulent period last week, pushing mortgage rates to a peak of 7.49% before settling at 7.43%. This significant fluctuation was largely driven by escalating geopolitical…
