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The biggest questions and answers about portals ditching crime data

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Redfin, Trulia and realtor.com have all vowed to not use crime data going forward. The companies’ stands are now prompting a debate in the industry. Continue reading →

NYC Council quashes bill to end tenant criminal background checks

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The New York City Council refused to vote on Fair Chance for Housing Act, which would prevent landlords from denying tenants based on their criminal records. The bill may go back up for a vote in 2022. Continue reading →

Biden picks Sandra Thompson to lead Fannie and Freddie regulator

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Although questions about the future of the mortgage giants remain, lending industry officials welcome selection of veteran regulator to lead FHFA. Continue reading →

Real estate in 2021 was weird, wild and always unpredictable

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The year saw explosive rivalries, wild stock market performances and plenty of rage. Continue reading →

The million-dollar question: Do $1M Freddie Mac mortgages conflict with affordable housing mission?

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Redwood Trust, which issues jumbo loans that are off limits to Fannie and Freddie, says costlier markets are better served by private lenders. Continue reading →

It’s the end of the road for LIBOR mortgages

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No new LIBOR loans will be allowed after this year, but there’s also the matter of what to do with roughly $1.4 trillion in existing loans tied to LIBOR. Continue reading →

More booster shots, testing and other measures coming in response to Omicron variant

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President Biden laid out a COVID-19 response plan Thursday that will push more people to get vaccinated and attempt to keep businesses open. Continue reading →

‘Is the Bible hate speech?’ NAR hate speech provision faces first big test

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Realtor Brandon Huber is under fire for pulling his church’s support of a food bank during Pride Month. Now, the Missoula Organization of Realtors has to determine if it’s religious freedom or hate speech. Continue reading →

‘Highly uniform’ commissions designed to thwart competition: study

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The Consumer Federation of America pushes for an end to the sharing of commissions between listing and buyer brokers to spur price competition. Continue reading →

Fannie, Freddie raise loan limits to record high

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Rapid home price appreciation during the pandemic means loan limits for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac will make a record-breaking leap in 2022, fueling a debate over whether that’s ultimately in the best interests of would-be homebuyers struggling to find… Continue reading →