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Smith Douglas Homes prioritizes pace over price, plays the long game

Apr 30, 2026 · 8:55 PM Tyler Williams HousingWire

In a weaker-than-expected demand environment, declining new -home sales prices, rising incentives, and geopolitical uncertainty, select homebuilders have…

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Colorado lawmakers act to reality-check Prop 123 housing targets

Apr 30, 2026 · 8:31 PM Richard Lawson HousingWire

Nearly four years ago, Colorado voters approved a special fund to address the affordable housing crisis following Covid-19. Meeting the fund’s objectives,…

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Why LGI Homes is the clearest read on entry-level buyer math

Apr 30, 2026 · 8:05 PM John McManus HousingWire

A tale of two Spring Selling housing markets set the scene for LGI Homes ’ Q1 2026 earnings release this week. Structurally, it’s not a market short on…

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The Gathering: How is AI reshaping mortgage lending and servicing?

Apr 30, 2026 · 7:49 PM Neil Pierson HousingWire

It’s difficult to understate the impact that artificial intelligence is having on all aspects of the mortgage industry. From lead generation and borrower…

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ONE Sotheby’s adds luxury adviser as South Florida development expands

Apr 30, 2026 · 7:46 PM HousingWire Automation HousingWire

ONE Sotheby’s International Realty has recruited a veteran luxury real estate adviser as the brokerage continues expanding its new development business…

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Mortgage Rate News

Mortgage Rates Recover Some of Yesterday's Losses

Apr 30, 2026 · 7:09 PM Matthew Graham Mortgage News Daily

Mortgage rates spiked on Wednesday (yesterday) after reports suggested a prolonged blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. As has been the case for most of the…

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NorthstarMLS, CREB partner with Broker Public Portal

Apr 30, 2026 · 7:00 PM HousingWire Automation HousingWire

NorthstarMLS and California Real Estate Brokers, Inc. (CREB), which is the majority shareholder of MetroList MLS , have both entered strategic partnerships…

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Atlas VMS launches insurance-backed appraisal warranty for lenders

Apr 30, 2026 · 5:11 PM HousingWire Automation HousingWire

Valuation and mortgage solutions company Atlas VMS on Thursday announced the launch of Atlas LoanShield, an insurance-backed appraisal warranty designed to…

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Corina Lessa says visibility drives trust in real estate leadership

Apr 30, 2026 · 4:58 PM Brooklee Han HousingWire

In Corina Lessa’s view, “real estate is the most powerful force shaping human civilization.” “Behind the real estate industry, there are leaders that are…

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North Carolina House Democrats revive state housing reform

Apr 30, 2026 · 4:39 PM Richard Lawson HousingWire

North Carolina House Democrats will take another shot at sweeping housing reform. Several cycles of defeat on similar legislation loom in their rearview…

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