Trump’s Proposed 50% Tariffs on Canadian Goods Spark Uncertainty in U.S. Homebuilding Sector
President Donald Trump’s recent threat to impose substantial 50% tariffs on a broad range of Canadian goods, set to take effect in 30 days unless a negotiated agreement is reached,…
Jay Papasan Steps Down as Keller Williams Vice President of Strategic Content to Pursue Family Businesses, Writing, and Coaching
Jay Papasan, a pivotal figure in the growth and strategic direction of Keller Williams, has announced his departure from the role of Vice President of Strategic Content. His last day…
M/I, Meritage team up to fund $7.6M bridge to growth in a Texas town
Such public-private partnerships aren’t new. Homebuilders and developers have partnered with cities for years to deliver roads, bridges, and utilities that benefit longtime residents and newcomers alike. However, with builder…
Daiwa House Deepens U.S. Homebuilding Strategy with Acquisition of Holiday Builders
The acquisition of Holiday Builders by Stanley Martin Homes, a subsidiary of Daiwa House USA, represents a meticulously orchestrated move within Daiwa House’s long-term strategic vision for the U.S. housing…
The U.S. Starter Home Market Faces Persistent Affordability Crisis, With 300,000 Fewer Listings Than 2019 and Income Requirements Skyrocketing
The dream of homeownership, particularly for first-time buyers, remains significantly out of reach in the United States, with the starter home market experiencing a profound shortage of listings under $350,000.…
Finance of America Leads the Charge in Evolving Reverse Mortgage Landscape
Finance of America (FOA) stands as a prominent force in the reverse mortgage industry, consistently demonstrating its commitment to innovation and market leadership. The company’s strong performance was highlighted by…
The Paradoxical Housing Market: Starts Surge Amidst Permit Slump, Offering a Glimpse into Construction’s Uneven Recovery
The recent housing market data presents a seemingly contradictory picture: housing starts have surged past expectations, driven by a significant uptick in multifamily construction, while housing permits, a key indicator…
Union Home Mortgage Acquires AmeriTrust Mortgage, Significantly Expanding Non-Qualified Mortgage Presence Amidst Industry Consolidation
Union Home Mortgage Corp. (UHM) has successfully completed the acquisition of AmeriTrust Mortgage Corp. in an asset deal finalized within an accelerated 45-day timeframe. This strategic move significantly bolsters UHM’s…
June Housing Starts Show Mixed Signals: Multifamily Surges While Future Supply Indicators Soften
Residential construction activity experienced a notable surge in June, driven almost entirely by a substantial increase in multifamily housing projects. However, this positive headline obscures a more nuanced reality for…
Homeowner Alleges Years of Unfair Mortgage Servicing Practices by Shellpoint Mortgage Servicing, Leading to Foreclosure Threat and Financial Ruin
A New Jersey homeowner, Autumn M. Urling, has initiated legal proceedings against Newrez LLC, operating as Shellpoint Mortgage Servicing, asserting that the company’s prolonged pattern of alleged unfair mortgage servicing…
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