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Mortgage applications slide with rate hike and more Ukraine uncertainty ahead

“Investors are weighing the impacts of rapidly increasing inflation in the U.S. and many other parts of the world against the potential for a slowdown in economic growth due to a renewed bout of supply-chain constraints.” — MBA associate vice president of economic and industry forecasting Joel Kan

Almost 6,000 homes sell for more than $100,000 over asking price this year

In Chicago, 12 homes sold for at least $100,000 over asking price, up from four in 2021.

Harrison Row Townhomes, utilizing modular construction, offer affordable housing in East Garfield Park

Structured Development has officially launched the second phase of Harrison Row Townhomes, an affordable townhome community in East Garfield Park.

First American Financial names Hurst its first chief innovation officer

The company has named Paul Hurst its chief innovation officer, a new role that reports directly to CEO Ken DeGiorgio.

Ahead of Fed hike, homes selling at a record pace

Of the homes that went under contract during the four weeks ended March 6, 58% had an accepted offer within the first two weeks of going on the market, and 45% had an accepted offer within just one week, Redfin reported.

Opinion: Now’s the time to help the people of Ukraine

Paul Ratha Yem is a Massachusetts real estate broker and former Cambodian refugee who sees parallels between his story and the women and children escaping war-torn Ukraine.

NAR: Russia-Ukraine tensions unlikely to impact U.S. housing market

Foreign buyers accounted for less than 2% of U.S. residential real estate transactions last year, and Russian buyers accounted for less than 1% of those, the National Association of REALTORS® reported. 

Denise Tazelaar joins @properties Christie’s International Real Estate as vice president of education

@properties Christie’s International Real Estate announced has announced Denise Tazelaar has been named the firm’s new vice president of education.

Chicago real estate market stats outpace national average, Compass reports

The number of homes sold in Chicago last year was far higher than the national average, Compass has found in a new data report.

Mortgage applications rise, interest rates fall as Ukraine uncertainty roils markets

“Looking ahead, the potential for higher inflation amidst disruptions in oil and other commodity flows will likely lead to a period of volatility in rates.” — MBA associate vice president of economic and industry forecasting Joel Kan 

How Mainstreet Treasurer Tim Ryan conceived of the REALTOR® Pride Pin

When Tim Ryan conceived of the REALTOR® Pride Pin, the small accessory carried a big message.

Realtor associations urge opposition to expanding Housing Choice Voucher Program

Having passed through the Illinois House of Representatives last April, the state Senate is expected to vote on House Bill 2775 this month — and local real estate agents are urging opposition.

Chicago Housing Scorecard: Housing starts, existing-home sales and inventory down across the board

Overall, it was a downtrending month for real estate in Chicago: Housing starts, existing-home sales and inventory down decreased across the board.

Take this Illinois ‘dome home’ for a whirl

Just an hour from outer Chicago, sits a spaceship-like structure: Illinois’ famous rotating house.

RE/MAX celebrates 2 million transaction sides at annual convention in Las Vegas

The real estate franchisor’s 140,000 agents closed more than two million transaction sides in 2021 to become the first real estate brand to do so in a single calendar year, according to the company.

CAR panel features the women transforming Chicago real estate

“Meet the Women Transforming Chicago Real Estate” was the first of many panels at the CAR-sponsored conference Titans of Industry: Women in Real Estate.

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