Layla Zulfa
- Real Estate & Property Tax
- July 20, 2026
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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.…
- Real Estate & Property Tax
- July 20, 2026
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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…
- Real Estate & Property Tax
- July 20, 2026
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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…
- Real Estate & Property Tax
- July 20, 2026
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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…
- Real Estate & Property Tax
- July 19, 2026
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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…
- Real Estate & Property Tax
- July 19, 2026
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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…
- Real Estate & Property Tax
- July 19, 2026
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What the ROAD to Housing Act can — and can’t — do for affordability
A Landmark Act for a Long-Standing Crisis The "Real Opportunities for Affordable Development to Help Our Nation’s Housing" (ROAD) to Housing Act, as it is officially known, represents a significant…
- Real Estate & Property Tax
- July 19, 2026
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The Housing Market’s Resilience Tested Amidst Escalating Geopolitical Tensions and Persistent Economic Headwinds
The U.S. housing market has demonstrated a remarkable capacity to withstand a barrage of economic pressures throughout the current year. Despite the persistent specter of elevated inflation, soaring oil prices,…
- Real Estate & Property Tax
- July 18, 2026
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The 2026 Defined Contribution Plan Participant Survey Reveals a Growing Demand for Enhanced Employer Guidance and Support in Retirement Planning
A significant shift in participant expectations is emerging within workplace retirement plans, particularly among younger workers, according to the latest 2026 Defined Contribution (DC) Plan Participant Survey released by J.P.…
- Real Estate & Property Tax
- July 18, 2026
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The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act
The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, a landmark piece of legislation that officially went into effect on July 11th, represents a significant federal effort to address the nation’s persistent…
