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Housing Industry News

California voters reject measure to shred environmental red tape

Nov 9, 2026 · 09:50 PM Richard Lawson HousingWire

Opponents argued the measure could also fast-track data centers and major infrastructure, not just housing

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HECM endorsements rebound in October but stay near decade low

Nov 9, 2026 · 09:28 PM Flávia Furlan Nunes HousingWire

HECM endorsements rise 11% while HMBS issuance falls 16%

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Century Communities names Jim Francescon as president

Nov 9, 2026 · 09:15 PM HousingWire Automation HousingWire

Executive Chairman Dale Francescon will remain in his role, and CEO Rob Francescon will continue as chief executive

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Housing Industry News

Trump strikes a softer note on immigration; builders need proof

Nov 9, 2026 · 08:58 PM Tyler Williams HousingWire

On Sunday, President Donald Trump said his administration's immigration policies "might be too tough"

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Mortgage Rate News

Mortgage Rates Mostly Steady Despite Stock Market Bounce

Nov 9, 2026 · 08:52 PM Matthew Graham Mortgage News Daily

Last Thursday's stock market sell-off was a key factor in driving mortgage rates to the lowest levels in more than a month. More broadly, tech stock jitter…

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Housing Industry News

What View Homes’ rebrand says about Gandhi’s operating overhaul

Nov 9, 2026 · 08:44 PM John McManus HousingWire

After seven months as CEO, Gandhi is aligning standards across 5 divisions and eyeing Denver-area growth

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Housing Industry News

NAR moves from survival to ‘showing receipts’ on member value

Nov 9, 2026 · 07:45 PM Brooklee Han HousingWire

Wright credited Kevin Sears and Kevin Brown, citing Tuccori opt in, 450+ MLS outreach and zero based budgeting

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Housing Industry News

Invitation Homes, HBI team up to train vets in skilled trades

Nov 9, 2026 · 07:43 PM HousingWire Automation HousingWire

The investment will fund hands-on training, industry credentials and job placement for transitioning service members and veterans

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loanDepot’s Q3 loss grows while it chases 2027 break-even

Nov 9, 2026 · 07:08 PM Flávia Furlan Nunes HousingWire

Founder and CEO Anthony Hsieh signaled break-even "by first half or mid next year"

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Housing Industry News

NAR membership proves more resilient than expected, topping 1.46 million

Nov 9, 2026 · 05:43 PM Brooklee Han HousingWire

Membership hit 1,469,127 at end of September, dues revenue was about $220 million, and expenses ran $7 million under budget

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