FAU study shows racial disparity for borrowers for mortgage rates
A new study led by a finance professor from Florida Atlantic University’s College of Business shows that there is a wide disparity between white and…
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Bankrate survey shows mortgage rates continue to increase
Bankrate.com released its weekly national survey that revealed mortgages rates continued to increase with a conventional 30-year fixed mortgage rate rising to 4.19 percent while…
Fox News Channel launches real estate program
Fox News Channel announced the launch of a weekend real estate show debuting July 11 at 12 p.m. EST. The show is called “Bob Massi…
N.J. family receives fearful letters forcing them to leave home
A family in Union County, N.J. became terrified and feared for their lives after buying a home that was being watched by a stalker who…
Property Debt Research announces new chief operating officer
Property Debt Research announced its new chief operating officer as Patrick Emrich in a press release on June 23. The role was newly created and Emrich…
Darden Restaurants announces plans to create new REIT
The Orlando-based restaurant firm Darden Restaurants Inc. announced it will separate and create a real estate investment trust (REIT), where around 430 restaurant properties of…
RadioShack wins court approval for real estate sales
RadioShack was approved for the last major transactions for its bankruptcy cases , finalizing the real estate sales of more than $50 million. Judge Brendan…
Woman sentenced to 8.5 years in prison after involvement in real estate scheme
A Maryland woman has been sentenced to eight and half years in prison for being involved in a real estate scheme that involved homes she…
Former CEO faces lawsuit alleging he recorded and sold explicit videos
Michael Lyon former CEO of Lyon Real Estate is faced with more criminal allegations. According to The Sacramento Bee there was a lawsuit filed against…
Same-sex couples add more value to neighborhoods
A new study conducted by housing economist Ralph McLaughlin revealed that neighborhoods with more married same-sex couples as residents appreciate in value faster than others. While…