2024

Julia Gordon, the commissioner of the Federal Housing Administration (FHA) and a leading voice at the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), will be returning for the third consecutive year to the National Reverse Mortgage Lenders Association‘s (NRMLA) Annual Meeting and Expo that will take place in San Diego in September. Julia Gordon The announcement was made by NRMLA in an email...

Late last month, Ginnie Mae released a term sheet for one of the most anticipated new developments for the reverse mortgage industry — a new Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM)-backed Securities (HMBS) product referred to as “HMBS 2.0.” The new term sheet details several differences from the current HMBS program, including a reduction in the HMBS pool size to 95% of the loan’s total unpaid...

Howard Hanna Real Estate Services is looking to “streamline the home-buying process.” On Thursday, the family-owned real estate firm announced that it was launching its “Buy & Borrow Bundle” program, which it said offers “comprehensive support and financial incentives that cater to the unique needs of everyone in search of home.” “We are thrilled to introduce the Buy & Borrow...

It’s no secret that Boston is currently one of the nation’s hottest housing markets. Fueled by a robust job market and a prestigious academic scene, Boston has long been attracting a steady stream of new residents seeking a slice of its vibrant culture. And it welcomes old and new residents alike with historic homes, prestigious addresses, beautiful brownstones, and contemporary condos. The...

Among the hundreds of hillside vineyards in the Napa Valley wine region sits a unique property that pairs architectural appeal with the winemaking tradition the area is famous for. Set in the Coombsville region of Napa, hailed as “the coolest hot spot in Napa”, the 34-acre property is anchored by a striking post-modern residential compound surrounded by a highly profitable vineyard. Now, the...

Shoppers say it’s slip-resistant and fluffy. Better Homes & Gardens / Tyler Roeland A bath mat might not seem that important outside of aesthetics, but don’t underestimate this small bathroom accessory. Not only do they prevent your floors from getting soaked in water, but they also stop you from an unfortunate fall post-shower. That’s probably why shoppers can’t stop buying our Memory...

Boiling your kitchen towels will help with bacteria, odor, and staining, but there are some major drawbacks. Nikolaeva Elena / Getty Images The kitchen towel does not get the credit it deserves. From wiping up kitchen experiments gone awry to drying dishes to consistently getting left behind during laundry runs, this humble essential goes through a lot. But what’s the right way to keep it clean...

Joanna’s recent photo dump from ‘Fixer Upper: The Lakehouse’ proves that a little creativity in shape, size, and color can make tile work in any space. Magnolia Network If there's one design feature we can't get enough of this year, it's tile—and Fixer Upper star, decor trendsetter, and interior designer extraordinaire Joanna Gaines knows exactly how to bring it into your home.In a series...

The Disney Store has just announced more than 30 new items as part of its Mickey Mouse Family Halloween Collection—and we got a sneak peek. Disney Fans of all things Halloweentown will be delighted to know that the Disney Store is getting into the Halloween spirit early this year. Call it Summerween or just planning ahead, but the Mouse is rolling out major Halloween collections this month—and...

A mudroom entryway helps people tackle and organize clutter before it makes its way into the rest of the home. And there are many ways to set up mudroom storage. Locker-style cabinets hide large items. Hooks offer easy access to coats. Open cubbies manage shoes and boots. You’ll find examples for...