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Government shutdown looms large for real estate, mortgage

Government shutdowns have repeatedly rippled through the real estate industry over the past three decades, delaying loans, snarling flood insurance and rattling buyer confidence. A federal shutdown is days away as of Friday — threatening paychecks for hundreds of thousands of workers, freezing key r
Read MoreBillionaire Patrick Dovigi drops $15M on another Sunset Islands house

Waste management mogul Patrick Dovigi dropped $15 million on another waterfront house in Miami Beach’s Sunset Islands. Records show his Dovfam Sunset LLC bought the house at 1601 West 24th Street on Sunset Island III from Franck and Agnes Cohen in an off-market deal. The property is next door to the
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With the 2025 Ryder Cup well under way at the Bethpage State Park Black Course in Farmingdale, NY, interest in the iconic tournament has reached fever pitch as the U.S. team goes up against Europe in a bid to reclaim the trophy. Golfing greats like Bryson DeChambeau, Rory McIIlroy, Scottie Scheffler
Read More FAA to let Boeing sign off on 737 Maxes, 787s after years of restrictions

Boeing can sign off on some of its 737 Max and 787 Dreamliner planes before they're handed over to customers, the FAA said Friday.
Read MoreAutumn Safety Checks Every Homeowner Should Do Before the Cold Weather Sets In

As the weather cools and homeowners prepare for the colder months, fall is the perfect time to run a full safety check on your property. Catching issues early can prevent costly emergencies later—and in some cases, keep your family safe. A seasonal inspection doesn’t have to take long, but it can ma
Read MorePitbull’s charter school taking over Olympia Theater in $10 no-bid deal

The Miami City Commission finalized a controversial deal to transfer ownership of the historic Olympia Theater in downtown Miami to a charter school company co-founded by rapper Pitbull, whose real name is Armando Christian Perez. On Thursday, city commissioners voted unanimously, 5-0, to sell the 1
Read MoreWhat are Tech Trendsetters most excited about right now?

With nominations for HousingWire’s 2025 Tech Trendsetters closing on Sept. 30, we’re continuing to spotlight previous honorees and industry leaders for their insights on tech in 2025. We asked one simple question: What project are you most excited about right now? Their responses highlight how artif
Read MoreGibson, Batton plaintiffs object to final approval of eXp, Weichert settlements

The objection deadline in the final approval process for commission lawsuit settlements reached by eXp World Holdings and Weichert Realtors in the Hooper commission lawsuit brought out several familiar names for those who have closely followed the commission lawsuit saga. On Friday, the Gibson home
Read MoreHow the New $100K H-1B Fee Could Hit Housing Demand in Key U.S. Markets

Living in the U.S. just got more expensive if you're on a certain visa. President Donald Trump signed a proclamation on Sept. 18 requiring companies to pay a new $100,000 fee on H-1B visas for highly skilled workers. "The H-1B nonimmigrant visa program was created to bring temporary workers into the
Read MoreCan My HOA Ban Halloween Decorations?

Halloween decorating has become bigger, bolder, and more competitive in recent years (think 12-foot skeletons and elaborate sound-and-light shows!) But for homeowners in HOA communities, rules around what’s allowed can dampen spooky season fun. With HOA restrictions on holiday decor becoming more an
Read MoreWorkers are more confident about retirement, but there’s a catch

American workers have grown more confident in the past year about their finances in retirement, according to survey data released this week by the Nationwide Retirement Institute. But this sentiment “may not be grounded in financial knowledge” as many people are making decisions that could negativel
Read MoreFormer NFL MVP Shaun Alexander Reveals His Wife Valerie Is Pregnant With Their 14th Child

Former Seattle Seahawks star Shaun Alexander has announced that his wife, Valerie, is pregnant with their 14th child—11 years after the couple snapped up a compound in Virginia, where they have since raised their growing brood. Shaun, 48, who wed his 46-year-old wife in 2002, shared the news during
Read MoreChristie’s adds brokerage in Jacksonville metro with $1B in sales volume

Christie’s International Real Estate added a brokerage in Northeast Florida that had $1 billion in sales volume last year. Christie’s brought in former Engel & Völkers firm First Coast, according to a press release. The newly named Christie’s International Real Estate First Coast, led by founder Cor
Read MoreMortgage Calculator: Here’s How Much You Need To Buy a $429,990 Home at a 6.3% Rate

Mortgage rates this week for a 30-year fixed loan increased to 6.3%, up from 6.26% last week, marking the first increase in the rate in several weeks. So what impact does this have on your monthly mortgage payment? And what does this mean for homebuyers? Here’s the monthly cost of purchasing a typic
Read MoreHoney, I shrunk the kids: Palm Beach County greenlights “micro-unit” apartments geared to post-grads

Developer Neighborlee Living, led by Kurt Jetta, won approval from Palm Beach County for a four-story, 38-unit affordable multifamily project with micro-units as small as 240 square feet. The county commission greenlit the project, dubbed Neighborlee Living Westgate, at a zoning hearing on Thursday
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Professional golfer Rory McIlroy has kicked off the 2025 Ryder Cup by sharing a gushing tribute to its host nation, calling the U.S. the "best country in the world," while insisting that he still resides very much in America—despite building his family a lavish new mansion in the U.K. McIlroy, 36, i
Read More Alaska Homeowners Pay Some of the Lowest Insurance Costs In The Country

Alaska homeowners are paying some of the lowest insurance premiums in the nation, even as rates across the country climb to historic highs. Rising costs in coastal states like Florida and Louisiana have fueled widespread concern over affordability, but data from the U.S. Census Bureau and the Realto
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Former model and reality star Yolanda Hadid has put her family's iconic Pennsylvania farm on the market for $10.88 million—after turning the rundown estate into a "sanctuary and safe haven" where her supermodel daughters, Gigi and Bella, were able to escape the spotlight. Yolanda, 61, who earned her
Read More $25K Down Payment Boost Could Be the Key To Stopping Investor Home Grabs

Buying a first home often comes with equal parts excitement and stress. With saving for a down payment, covering closing costs, and competing against investors, many would-be buyers may feel locked out. The city of Detroit wants to help residents become homeowners. The boost is through a $25,000 dow
Read MoreUnpermitted Renovations Just Cost These Jersey Shore Sellers $1.5 Million

A $1.5 million Jersey Shore home sale just collapsed in court, after a federal judge ruled that the sellers knowingly concealed nearly $400,000 worth of unpermitted renovations. It’s a cautionary tale for homeowners and sellers everywhere: Fixing up your home without following construction standards
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