Author Archives: Daniel Houston

Even if homebuilders wanted to quit lumber, they foresee big hurdles

By Daniel Houston | July 12, 2021 - 9:04 pm |July 12, 2021 Uncategorized

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Lumber prices remain high, but builders say a host of factors prevents them from switching to other materials. Continue reading →

Flush with cash: Bathroom revamp startup raises $23M for expansion

By Daniel Houston | July 12, 2021 - 4:26 pm |July 12, 2021 Uncategorized

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Made Renovation, a bathroom renovation startup, is planning to expand into Los Angeles, Orange County and Seattle after securing new funding. Continue reading →

‘What am I supposed to do?’: As US ages in place, report hits a nerve

By Daniel Houston | July 12, 2021 - 3:03 pm |July 12, 2021 Uncategorized

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A New York Times story on baby boomers not selling their homes sparked an inter-generational dispute online, complete with accusations and existential dread. Continue reading →

Mortgage rates follow Treasury yields down

By Daniel Houston | July 8, 2021 - 7:54 pm |July 8, 2021 Uncategorized

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Mortgage rates were lower this week as U.S. Treasury yields dropped, but economic recovery could push them higher in the months to come. Continue reading →

Oregon becomes first US state to ban homebuyer love letters

By Daniel Houston | July 7, 2021 - 9:18 pm |July 7, 2021 Uncategorized

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Homebuyers have used these so-called “love letters” help their offers stand out, but critics say they leave the door open for discrimination. Continue reading →

Attom acquires GeoData Plus in bid to beef up its property comparisons

By Daniel Houston | July 7, 2021 - 4:01 am |July 7, 2021 Uncategorized

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The data provider says the acquisition will result in easier property comparisons through new real estate reports and visual tools. Continue reading →

Tenant experience apps: Who they’re for and what they do

By Daniel Houston | July 6, 2021 - 2:16 pm |July 6, 2021 Uncategorized

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Property managers say they want to add new tenant features to their web portals and mobile apps. These services want their business. Continue reading →

4 states lift eviction ban; renters left with weaker federal protections

By Daniel Houston | July 1, 2021 - 10:29 pm |July 1, 2021 Uncategorized

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State-level protections for tenants behind on rent expired in four more states this week as the clock ticks on the federal eviction ban. Continue reading →

Howard Hanna buys stake in one of Indiana’s biggest brokerages

By Daniel Houston | July 1, 2021 - 9:35 pm |July 1, 2021 Uncategorized

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Howard Hanna Real Estate Services has expanded its footprint in Indiana by forming a partnership with a well-known regional player. Continue reading →

Wave of new agents swarm NYC market amid inventory shortage

By Daniel Houston | July 1, 2021 - 4:39 pm |July 1, 2021 Uncategorized

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The number of new agents entering the New York City market rose 7 percent in May as the city continues its economic recovery, according to data analysis company Corofy. Continue reading →