South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem’s daughter Kassidy Peters has quit her appraisal job as state legislators investigate her mother for alleged “abuse of power.” Continue reading
After a four-month uphill battle between House Democrats and Republicans, President Biden’s $1.2 trillion Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act is finally law. However, more than $250 billion allocated for affordable housing in the ‘Build Back Better’… Continue reading
Although the FHA isn’t signalling it’s ready to reduce premiums, it’s looking at ways to expand access to mortgage credit, including downpayment assistance and support for “small-dollar” lending in underserved markets. Continue reading
The New York-based startup helps lenders discover bias in algorithms and take a second look at rejected applicants using “cutting edge AI fairness techniques.” Continue reading
Amid an ongoing housing shortage and rapid price appreciation, Los Angeles city lawmakers are now searching for ways to thwart iBuyers in their city. Continue reading
Mortgage lenders are cautious about extending credit and home prices are so low that most deals are for cash, putting buyers at greater risk. Continue reading
The investigations — which are relatively common after a company discloses very bad news — are a response to Zillow’s announcement that it will end its iBuying business. Continue reading
A new interactive tool from the Urban Institute compares housing wealth equity in cities across America, tracking disparities in homeownership rates, home values, and the distribution of housing wealth by race and ethnicity. Continue reading
Atlanta-based Azimuth GRC claims it’s the only company that’s codified every state and federal law on one platform. Continue reading
Five housing experts explain how pocket listings play into de facto segregation and create roadblocks for minority homebuyers and sellers. This is the second story in a five-part series. Continue reading