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US Senate committee approves full funding for Ginnie Mae

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Senate appropriations committee this week approved full funding for the fiscal year 2025 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act (T-HUD), which provides $98.737 billion in total discretionary funding for agencies including Ginnie Mae. Patty Murray (D-Wash.), the chair of the committee.

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The Altadena story, from Jackie Robinson’s home to ground zero

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As a result, thousands of Black homes and businesses were destroyed and those that chose to stay behind were subjected to noise and auto emissions, according to a research report by the UCLA Institute of Transportation Studies. Below is a photo of the redlining effort, courtesy of the Ethnic History Research Project.

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Affordability boosts Indianapolis housing market 

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Indianapolis is a hub for logistics businesses, including the world’s second-largest FedEx Express hub and the divisional headquarters for freight and transportation giant CSX. The market in Indianapolis is very cyclical,” Carrie Holle, Realtor and principal of the Carrie Holle Group with Compass , told HousingWire. 10, 2023. “The

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Strong jobs report suggests rate cuts won’t come ‘til summer

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Job gains occurred mainly in health care, government, food services, social assistance, transportation and warehousing. “Job seekers are taking longer to find work, and the number of job switchers has declined.” Lower rates this spring could give housing market demand a boost.”

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Can you have a “presence” on Instagram without being “present”

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As Realtors and entrepreneurs, we strive to stay relevant, yet the demand to constantly produce fresh content and engage with followers can quickly become overwhelming. Realtors often struggle because they lack a targeted approach—posting randomly without a clear purpose. ” Yes. It is entirely possible!

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Professional fix-and-flip market poised for growth in 2025

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Professional flippers become experts in certain markets and partner with local professionals such as realtors and contractors with strong reputations. Knowing which properties to pursue is key, or there may be some difficulty finding a buyer when the renovation process is completed.

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FHA borrower fee gridlock draws ire of industry

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Income from FHA premiums go into the general Treasury fund when Congress passes a Transportation and HUD appropriations bill. It’s a head-scratcher for observers, including Ken Fears, a senior policy representative at the National Association of Realtors (NAR). The money can then be used for other programs.

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