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• An action plan for condo affordability December 11, 2025
  In recent weeks, President Trump has increasingly focused on “affordability” as a top priority.   When it comes to housing, that means addressing homeownership affordability challenges, which are significant by historical standards.  According to a recent Report by the National Association of Realtors, “The share of first-time home buyers dropped to a record low of 21%, […]
• Toll Brothers leans on luxury to navigate homebuilding’s headwinds December 10, 2025
  Toll Brothers’ focus on affluent buyers and luxury homes supports healthy margins and steady growth, even as broader housing demand remains weak.
• November mortgage lock data driven by strong refinance activity December 10, 2025
  November's mortgage rate-lock activity slowed but posted the strongest results in four years, driven by a surge in refinances.
• Loft47 launches automation and commission management platform for real estate teams December 10, 2025
  Loft47 for Teams automates commissions, payouts and accounting workflows while giving team leaders real-time performance visibility.
• 2026 mortgage compliance trends show staffing strains, regulatory risks December 10, 2025
  A survey from Ncontracts reveals how financial institutions are managing compliance challenges and expectations in 2026.
• Fed delivers third straight rate cut, but housing market will see limited relief December 10, 2025
  The Federal Reserve delivered another 25-basis-point cut to its benchmark interest rate on Wednesday, setting the target range at 3.5% to 3.75%.
• 4 best real estate schools in Maryland (MD) for 2026 December 10, 2025
  Our guide will help you find the right Maryland real estate school and program for your needs.
• Walters | Plaxen Group joins Sotheby’s International Realty December 10, 2025
  This year, the group closed more than $220 million in Los Angeles transactions and helped manage a $569 million international portfolio.
• HUD extends reverse mortgage feedback deadline December 10, 2025
  In a letter to HUD that outlined numerous proposals, NRMLA recommended changes to improve the HECM financial assessment process.
• Georgia lawmakers aim to speed housing permits for affordability December 10, 2025
  A surge in Sun Belt in-migration for well over a decade blessed Georgia with population growth that prompted a spate of apartment and home construction. Despite a heavy dose of added supply in the past few years, there was no catching up. The state still has a housing shortage, particularly in the Atlanta metropolitan area. […]