As homeowners continue to invest in upgrading their living spaces, a new report from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) and the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) highlights home remodeling projects that offer the greatest personal satisfaction, and those most likely to recoup costs. The 2025 Remodeling Impact Report, released Tuesday, found that adding a primary bedroom...

When you’re planning a remodel, there is plenty to think about. But one thing that might not be on your radar is your level of interaction with the process and, by extension, with the pros involved. How this plays out can impact...

It may seem redundant to clean a dishwasher, but that’s exactly what housekeeping experts advise to ensure that your hardworking machine stays in top shape. Cleaning every four to six weeks will help reduce the buildup of limescale and soap scum and eliminate food particles that can diminish the...

Image Din says Rayonier qualifies as a REIT primarily by generating income from sale of...

Landsea Homes Corporation (Nasdaq: LSEA) ("Landsea Homes" or the "Company"), a publicly traded residential homebuilder, announced the highly anticipated sales launch of 113 new homes at Oakview and 92 new townhomes at Thompson Village in Apopka, Florida. "We're thrilled to officially launch sales at Oakview and Thompson Village, two exceptional communities that reflect Landsea Homes' commitment to quality,...

Image Lingering instability in interest rates and geopolitics has slowed transaction activity, keeping REITs cautious in early...

Image First quarter REIT performance, early second quarter performance, and how REITs are positioned amid current market volatility was the focus of the April 8 webinar, “FTSE Nareit US Real Estate Indexes in Review & What’s...

Shrink Expand Partnerships are occurring across a range of REIT property...

According to the Mortgage Bankers Association's Weekly Mortgage Applications Survey for the week ending April 4, 2025, U.S. mortgage applications jumped 20.0% compared to the previous week. The Market Composite Index, which measures total mortgage loan application volume, rose 20.0% on a seasonally adjusted basis and also increased 20% on an unadjusted basis. Refinancing activity saw a substantial boost....

Despite long maintaining a reputation as being behind the times of technology development — whether that is due to a perception of being slow-to-adopt emerging technologies, or due to regulatory compliance concerns — one top 10 reverse mortgage lender has now rolled out hybrid e-closing processes for its Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM) business. Fairway Independent Mortgage Corp. announced...