Down payment assistance programs continue to grow, with an average benefit of $17K by Kennedy Edgerton for HousingWire

HousingWireHousingWire As the year comes to a close, states are adding more down payment assistance (DPA) programs to help first-time buyers achieve homeownership. Down Payment Resource — a national database for connecting prospective homebuyers to financial assistance programs — recently released its newest Homeownership Program Index (HPI) report based on…

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NAR faces new suit alleging antitrust violations, discrimination by Brooklee Han for HousingWire

HousingWireHousingWire The legal woes continue for the National Association of Realtors (NAR). On Wednesday, Maurice Muhammad — the broker of Progressive Realty — filed a complaint in U.S. District Court in Pennsylvania claiming that NAR, the Pennsylvania Association of Realtors (PAR) and the Greater Lehigh Valley MLS (GLVMLS) have violated…

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Judge denies Texas Capital Bank motion for summary judgment in Ginnie Mae dispute by Chris Clow for HousingWire

HousingWireHousingWire An effort seeking summary judgment in a case brought by Texas Capital Bank (TCB) against Ginnie Mae over reverse mortgage-related collateral has been denied by presiding Judge Matthew Kacsmaryk, according to a court filing reviewed by HousingWire’s Reverse Mortgage Daily (RMD). TCB sought summary judgment in a court filing…

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Setting Up for Success: Real Estate Business Planning for a Solid 2025​ by KW Marketing Team for KW Outfront Magazine

Business planning is essential for success in real estate, serving as a roadmap that can help you set clear objectives and track your progress throughout the year. It ensures you have a structured approach to achieving your goals, whether that means increasing sales, enhancing client relationships, or expanding your market…

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