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Going to Extremes

Appraisal Buzz

Does the cost of homeowners insurance affect the price of a home? In recent years, insurance companies have pulled out of some markets altogether after sustaining massive losses due to wildfires, flooding, and other climate-related disasters. ICON, an Austin based firm, has developed a 3D printed wall system.

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HUD, White House announce new initiatives designed to boost housing supply

Housing Wire

Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) on Thursday unveiled a series of new policies that are designed to boost housing supply and affordability across the country, according to HUD and White House officials. HUD is using every single tool we have to ensure the families we serve can access affordable homes.

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Bank regulators issue new Community Reinvestment Act rule

Housing Wire

The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency , the Federal Reserve Board and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation issued on Tuesday a new rule to modernize the 1977 Community Reinvestment Act (CRA), which addresses systemic inequalities in access to credit. Barrs, Fed vice chair for supervision, said in a statement.

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Qualia adds a new product to its software offerings

Housing Wire

“We originally launched Qualia almost 10 years ago with the belief that a modern technology infrastructure could fundamentally transform homebuying into a simple, secure, and enjoyable experience for everyone involved,” Nate Baker , Qualia’s co-founder and CEO, said in a statement.

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What servicers need to know going into 2024

Housing Wire

Meanwhile, homeowners insurance is increasingly becoming a bigger issue for consumers and servicers. In California, Texas and Louisiana, as well as portions of other states that are at risk for natural disasters , just getting homeowners insurance is getting more difficult as large insurers stop writing coverage.

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FHA Commissioner Julia Gordon gets to work

Housing Wire

During her visits, one thing stood out to Golding, who served as the Department of Housing and Urban Development ’s principal deputy assistant secretary from 2015 to 2017. In March 2021, Fudge said that the agency had “no near-term plans” to change FHA’s mortgage insurance premium pricing. Since then, HUD has not adjusted the premiums.

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6 best real estate schools in Colorado for 2024

Housing Wire

Plus, they offer a ton of learning tools online such as a progress tracker and goal setting for your studies. Colibri Real Estate will definitely be appreciated by those who prefer a modern, visually-appealing online platform. It is organized in an intuitive, clear way that makes finding what you’re looking for as simple as can be.