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Have mortgage rates peaked, or will we see even more chaos?

Have mortgage rates peaked, or will we see even more chaos?

The month of October still has plenty of variables that can be a problem for rates
A Restoration Hardware Stylist Turned an 870-Square-Foot California Bungalow into an Indoor-Outdoor Oasis

A Restoration Hardware Stylist Turned an 870-Square-Foot California Bungalow into an Indoor-Outdoor Oasis

Stylist Aaron Hom has styled rooms for Restoration Hardware and Design Within Reach, but some of his most personal work has happened at home—and, usually in very small spaces. His latest project, a 1922 bungalow in the Maxwell Park neighborhood in Oakland, CA, is now on the market for $750,000. In 2
Gilded Age San Francisco Estate Built for Timber Baron Lists for $27 Million

Gilded Age San Francisco Estate Built for Timber Baron Lists for $27 Million

A Gilded Age mansion originally built for one of San Francisco’s timber barons has come to market in Pacific Heights for $27 million. Known as the Doe House, the residence at 2120 Washington Street was built in 1908 for Frank P. Doe, president of the wholesale lumber firm that bore his name. The hom
VIDEO: New Jersey Residents Protest $1.8B Data Center in Their Neighborhood

VIDEO: New Jersey Residents Protest $1.8B Data Center in Their Neighborhood

Residents in the small borough of Kenilworth, NJ are taking to the streets to rally against the ongoing construction of a massive $1.8 billion AI data center that is being built by the cloud computing company CoreWeave. Concerns over electricity and water usage, pollution, noise, and other issues ha
The MLB Playoffs Put a Wealth Divide on Display. Housing Has One, Too.

The MLB Playoffs Put a Wealth Divide on Display. Housing Has One, Too.

Major League Baseball’s National League Championship Series kicks off on Sunday with a matchup that feels almost comically on the nose for a question hanging over the sport—and the housing market. The Milwaukee Brewers have won more games than any other team this season while spending less than half
This $7.5M Bridgehampton Estate Has Its Own Buddhist Temple, Koi Ponds, and Zen Gardens

This $7.5M Bridgehampton Estate Has Its Own Buddhist Temple, Koi Ponds, and Zen Gardens

An Asian-inspired estate, complete with feng shui design, koi ponds, and a replica of a 15th-century Buddhist temple, has just hit the market in Bridgehampton, NY for $7,500,000. The eye-catching property was designed to offer an "immersive experience of a private resort and wellness retreat." Locat
‘Spaceship’ Dome Home Touches Down in New Jersey for Under $1 Million

‘Spaceship’ Dome Home Touches Down in New Jersey for Under $1 Million

A wild spaceshiplike dome home with a "contemporary lodge" has just touched down on the market in Jefferson Township, NJ, for $915,000. Built in 1987, the out-of-this-world five-bedroom residence has a brand-new asphalt driveway and newly painted and sealed front and rear wood decks. "The design of
Famed West Palm Beach Developer Launches His Latest Luxury Offering on Clear Lake

Famed West Palm Beach Developer Launches His Latest Luxury Offering on Clear Lake

The developer of what is arguably West Palm Beach's first true luxury residential building—The Bristol—has moved west to Clear Lake for his latest foray into luxury living, The Berkeley. After developing The Bristol along the Intracoastal, completed in 2019, Al Adelson, a seasoned developer with 50
This NJ Town Had Plans for a 200+ Apartment Complex on an Abandoned Mini Mall. Now It’s a Movie Set.

This NJ Town Had Plans for a 200+ Apartment Complex on an Abandoned Mini Mall. Now It’s a Movie Set.

“New stores opening up?” That was the excited question of one Wayne, NJ, resident on Facebook after photos surfaced on a community corner page showing construction taking place at a local strip mall. The town’s Preakness Shopping Center used to be host of several businesses adored by residents: a Ma
Saving America’s Aging Homes: Inside the Bipartisan Push for HUD Repair Grants

Saving America’s Aging Homes: Inside the Bipartisan Push for HUD Repair Grants

A bipartisan group of lawmakers is warning that badly needed home repairs are blocking housing from reaching the families that need it. In a Sept. 30 letter urging the Department of Housing and Urban Development to implement a new federal home-repair program, Sens. John Fetterman (D-PA) and Cynthia
Ashton Woods leans into discipline as orders and margins slide

Ashton Woods leans into discipline as orders and margins slide

Net new orders fell 6.7% and gross margin slid to 22.7% as incentives and land costs pressured returns
Inside eXp Con 2026: High energy, AI and a push to help agents win

Inside eXp Con 2026: High energy, AI and a push to help agents win

Nearly 4,000 agents from 20 countries heard product launches and a Gary Vaynerchuk keynote speech on content and AI
Why immigration enforcement is colliding with the housing shortage

Why immigration enforcement is colliding with the housing shortage

Builders report 60% to 80% crew losses in some markets, while September net orders fell 19.5%, Wolfe says
‘New Girl’ Star Jake Johnson Lists Private Pasadena Retreat for $3.3 Million

‘New Girl’ Star Jake Johnson Lists Private Pasadena Retreat for $3.3 Million

"New Girl" star Jake Johnson is bidding farewell to his Los Angeles property for $3.3 million. The actor, best known for portraying Nick Miller on the hit comedy series, is looking to part ways with the four-bedroom, four-bathroom property, which offers approximately 3,153 square feet of living spac
Trump Launches New Investigation into Fed Gov. Lisa Cook Over Mortgage Fraud Allegations

Trump Launches New Investigation into Fed Gov. Lisa Cook Over Mortgage Fraud Allegations

President Donald Trump has taken another step in his prolonged effort to remove Lisa Cook from the Federal Reserve Board of Governors. This time, he seeks establish the "for cause" basis that the Supreme Court said was lacking in his initial attempt to terminate her. In a memo to Attorney General To
TransUnion, Equifax debut ‘score later’ tools for mortgage lenders

TransUnion, Equifax debut ‘score later’ tools for mortgage lenders

New workflows let lenders pull credit files without scores and add them later
Senior housing wealth tops $15 trillion for the first time

Senior housing wealth tops $15 trillion for the first time

The milestone comes as borrowing costs remain elevated
Rents Are Falling. So Why Are More Middle-Income Renters Falling Behind?

Rents Are Falling. So Why Are More Middle-Income Renters Falling Behind?

For nearly three years, asking rents across the country’s largest metros have been falling—and yet, renters are having more trouble paying them than ever before. One in five working-age renters reported being late or unable to make their full rent payment at some point in 2025, according to a new an
Benutech’s Brian Fox on a blind spot in reverse mortgage servicing

Benutech’s Brian Fox on a blind spot in reverse mortgage servicing

The company reviewed nearly 35,000 active loans, with more than 20% receiving poor or failing grades due to severe title discrepancies
WFG expands DecisionPoint with automated refi title commitments

WFG expands DecisionPoint with automated refi title commitments

The expansion aims to improve turnaround times and processing efficiency
Stop saying recapture

Stop saying recapture

Lenders keep chasing customers they never gave a reason to stay
A new NYC policy rebalances zoning powers in 12 city districts

A new NYC policy rebalances zoning powers in 12 city districts

Starting Jan. 1, qualifying affordable housing rezonings can follow a 90-day Planning Commission review without a Council vote
Tour This $3.5 Million NYC Landmark Penthouse With a Sprawling Private Terrace, Outdoor Shower, and Garden

Tour This $3.5 Million NYC Landmark Penthouse With a Sprawling Private Terrace, Outdoor Shower, and Garden

A contemporary penthouse in a New York City landmark—the Broad Exchange Building—has hit the market for $3,495,000, offering private terraces and an excellent home to entertain in. The two-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom Manhattan residence boasts 11-foot ceilings and stunning natural light, making it a brigh
Sleepy Hollow Homeowners Brace for Spooky Season Onslaught of Halloween Crowds

Sleepy Hollow Homeowners Brace for Spooky Season Onslaught of Halloween Crowds

Every October, thousands of tourists descend upon Sleepy Hollow, NY, for "spooktacular" celebrations surrounding Halloween. In fact, last year the area, located about 25 miles north of midtown Manhattan, had around 200,000 visitors for its fall festivities. While videos on TikTok highlight the massi
Legendary Chicago Bears Coach Mike Ditka Dies at 86 Inside Chicago Condo—Less Than 2 Years After Selling Florida Home

Legendary Chicago Bears Coach Mike Ditka Dies at 86 Inside Chicago Condo—Less Than 2 Years After Selling Florida Home

Legendary Chicago Bears head coach Mike Ditka has passed away inside his Chicago condo at the age of 86. The former NFL player and coach died on Oct. 9, at 9 a.m., surrounded by family and friends, according to The Athletic. His death was announced via an emotional statement from his family. "It is
Looking for an Affordable Starter Home? Here Are 5 Homes You Can Buy Right Now for Under $400K

Looking for an Affordable Starter Home? Here Are 5 Homes You Can Buy Right Now for Under $400K

With the rising cost of homes and mortgage rates hovering near 7.5% this week for a 30-year fixed mortgage, according to Freddie Mac, purchasing a property can be a challenging feat for a first-time homebuyer. Finding a starter home, known for its smaller floor plan and more affordable price tag, ha
Heather Dubrow Reveals Luxury Hotel Room With Cardboard Taped to Windows: ‘Have We Fallen on Hard Times?’

Heather Dubrow Reveals Luxury Hotel Room With Cardboard Taped to Windows: ‘Have We Fallen on Hard Times?’

As the owner of some of the most recognizable homes on reality television, “The Real Housewives of Orange County” star Heather Dubrow knows a thing or two about lavish accommodations. Which is likely why she was so shocked to be greeted with cardboard-covered windows during a recent stay at a luxury

EPIQUE NEWS LIVE

Have mortgage rates peaked, or will we see even more chaos?

Have mortgage rates peaked, or will we see even more chaos?

A Restoration Hardware Stylist Turned an 870-Square-Foot California Bungalow into an Indoor-Outdoor Oasis

A Restoration Hardware Stylist Turned an 870-Square-Foot California Bungalow into an Indoor-Outdoor Oasis

Gilded Age San Francisco Estate Built for Timber Baron Lists for $27 Million

Gilded Age San Francisco Estate Built for Timber Baron Lists for $27 Million

VIDEO: New Jersey Residents Protest $1.8B Data Center in Their Neighborhood

VIDEO: New Jersey Residents Protest $1.8B Data Center in Their Neighborhood

The MLB Playoffs Put a Wealth Divide on Display. Housing Has One, Too.

The MLB Playoffs Put a Wealth Divide on Display. Housing Has One, Too.

This $7.5M Bridgehampton Estate Has Its Own Buddhist Temple, Koi Ponds, and Zen Gardens

This $7.5M Bridgehampton Estate Has Its Own Buddhist Temple, Koi Ponds, and Zen Gardens

‘Spaceship’ Dome Home Touches Down in New Jersey for Under $1 Million

‘Spaceship’ Dome Home Touches Down in New Jersey for Under $1 Million

Famed West Palm Beach Developer Launches His Latest Luxury Offering on Clear Lake

Famed West Palm Beach Developer Launches His Latest Luxury Offering on Clear Lake

This NJ Town Had Plans for a 200+ Apartment Complex on an Abandoned Mini Mall. Now It’s a Movie Set.

This NJ Town Had Plans for a 200+ Apartment Complex on an Abandoned Mini Mall. Now It’s a Movie Set.

Saving America’s Aging Homes: Inside the Bipartisan Push for HUD Repair Grants

Saving America’s Aging Homes: Inside the Bipartisan Push for HUD Repair Grants

Ashton Woods leans into discipline as orders and margins slide

Ashton Woods leans into discipline as orders and margins slide

Inside eXp Con 2026: High energy, AI and a push to help agents win

Inside eXp Con 2026: High energy, AI and a push to help agents win

Why immigration enforcement is colliding with the housing shortage

Why immigration enforcement is colliding with the housing shortage

‘New Girl’ Star Jake Johnson Lists Private Pasadena Retreat for $3.3 Million

‘New Girl’ Star Jake Johnson Lists Private Pasadena Retreat for $3.3 Million

Trump Launches New Investigation into Fed Gov. Lisa Cook Over Mortgage Fraud Allegations

Trump Launches New Investigation into Fed Gov. Lisa Cook Over Mortgage Fraud Allegations

TransUnion, Equifax debut ‘score later’ tools for mortgage lenders

TransUnion, Equifax debut ‘score later’ tools for mortgage lenders

Senior housing wealth tops $15 trillion for the first time

Senior housing wealth tops $15 trillion for the first time

Rents Are Falling. So Why Are More Middle-Income Renters Falling Behind?

Rents Are Falling. So Why Are More Middle-Income Renters Falling Behind?

Benutech’s Brian Fox on a blind spot in reverse mortgage servicing

Benutech’s Brian Fox on a blind spot in reverse mortgage servicing

WFG expands DecisionPoint with automated refi title commitments

WFG expands DecisionPoint with automated refi title commitments

Stop saying recapture

Stop saying recapture

A new NYC policy rebalances zoning powers in 12 city districts

A new NYC policy rebalances zoning powers in 12 city districts

Tour This $3.5 Million NYC Landmark Penthouse With a Sprawling Private Terrace, Outdoor Shower, and Garden

Tour This $3.5 Million NYC Landmark Penthouse With a Sprawling Private Terrace, Outdoor Shower, and Garden

Sleepy Hollow Homeowners Brace for Spooky Season Onslaught of Halloween Crowds

Sleepy Hollow Homeowners Brace for Spooky Season Onslaught of Halloween Crowds

Legendary Chicago Bears Coach Mike Ditka Dies at 86 Inside Chicago Condo—Less Than 2 Years After Selling Florida Home

Legendary Chicago Bears Coach Mike Ditka Dies at 86 Inside Chicago Condo—Less Than 2 Years After Selling Florida Home

Looking for an Affordable Starter Home? Here Are 5 Homes You Can Buy Right Now for Under $400K

Looking for an Affordable Starter Home? Here Are 5 Homes You Can Buy Right Now for Under $400K

Heather Dubrow Reveals Luxury Hotel Room With Cardboard Taped to Windows: ‘Have We Fallen on Hard Times?’

Heather Dubrow Reveals Luxury Hotel Room With Cardboard Taped to Windows: ‘Have We Fallen on Hard Times?’