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OceanFirst Bank will pay $15M to resolve redlining allegations

Housing Wire

The agreement dictates that OceanFirst will invest $14 million “in a loan subsidy fund with the goal of increasing access to credit for home mortgage loans, home improvement loans, and home refinance loans” in minority-dominant neighborhoods.

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Honoring Those Opening Doors to Homeownership 

Appraisal Buzz

Tanya holds several industry certifications, including the FHA Basics and Beyond Seminar Training from the U.S. Department of Housing and the VA Guaranteed Home Loans Training Certificate from the Department of Veterans Affairs-Houston Regional Loan Center. Sherri was honored as the NYMBA Homeownership Advocate of the Year in 2023.

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More agents than ever earn business from networking and SOI

Inman

From cold calling and radio shows to painting classes, agent efforts to grow sphere of influence aren't one-size-fits-all.

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Unveiling DIY Project Resources to Boost Home Value

Eppraisal

Additionally, platforms like YouTube host a vast array of instructional videos, covering everything from basic home repairs to advanced renovation projects. Home Improvement Blogs: Insights from the Experts Home improvement blogs have emerged as invaluable resources for homeowners seeking expert advice and insights.

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Will Springer Realtor - Untitled Article

Will Springer Realtor

Home & Garden Show, Feb. 5 Hundreds of exhibits, including a showcase of tiny homes, plus dozens of informative seminars will be featured at the Seattle Home & Garden Show at the Lumen Field Event Center (800 Occidental Ave. 25-26, Mar. 3, 5, 8, 11. Various times.

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WILL WAR IN UKRAINE IMPACT OUR HOUSING MARKET?

Will Springer Realtor

The home remodeling industry is a $368B business, according to Harvard researchers , and is expected to reach $432B by the end of this year. Soaring costs of labor and construction materials is certainly contributing to the rising figure but there is evidence of a sharp increase in home improvements since the start of the pandemic.