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Fed holds rates in Powell’s final meeting as chair
The Federal Reserve held its benchmark interest rate steady at a target range of 3.5% to 3.75% on Wednesday, marking its third consecutive pause.
Illinois Realtors partners with MRED for MLS access
Illinois Realtors partnered with MRED to provide MLS access to members, with rollout expected within about a week and pre-registration live.
Could REMAX headquarters relocate to Florida after Real acquisition?
Potential relocation has introduced uncertainty for Colorado brokers and staff, particularly given REMAX’s longstanding presence Denver.
Mortgage rates cool in 2025, but 2026 relief likely limited
Mortgage rates started the year slightly above 7% but are heading into the holiday season near 6.2%. 2026 forecasts show little change ahead.
MBA 2026 forecast: Slow growth amid inflation, rate hikes
MBA’s December forecast projects economic growth of 1.6% in 2025 and puts the chance of a recession over the next 12 months at 35%.
November sees sharp rise in U.S. mortgage delinquencies
U.S. mortgage delinquencies surged in November, reaching their highest level in over four years, primarily due to calendar effects.
Coalition challenges HUD on changes to homelessness program
The group includes the National Low Income Housing Coalition and local governments of San Francisco, Boston and Nashville, Tenn.
eXp moves to dismiss fraud allegations in Acevedo suit
eXp Realty is seeking dismissal of a fraud claim in the Acevedo sexual assault lawsuit, arguing it took action despite new allegations
CoStar no longer opposes moving Zillow copyright suit to Seattle
CoStar now supports transferring its copyright lawsuit against Zillow to Seattle, citing witness locations and related suit in the district.
