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The real estate and mortgage markets are constantly evolving, and staying informed is key to making confident financial decisions. Whether you're a homebuyer, homeowner, or real estate professional, I bring you the latest updates on interest rates, housing trends, loan programs, and economic shifts that impact your mortgage options.

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FHA Is Cutting the Red Tape

FHA is cutting the red tape with 12 new policy rollbacks starting July 1, 2025—making home loans more accessible and the process much smoother.

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🔥 May Market Heat Check: Who’s Hot & Why AZ Is Warming Up

The Northeast continues to dominate the housing market, but Phoenix is starting to heat up with a 19-spot jump in national rankings. While homes are still sitting longer in Arizona, smart buyers and sellers should keep an eye on rising demand this summer.

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Fewer Spam Calls? Trigger Leads Bill Passes Senate

The Senate just passed a bill that could finally put an end to trigger leads—those annoying spam calls you get after applying for a mortgage. If signed into law, it will give buyers more privacy and control during the home loan process.

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🏠 Should Fannie Mae & Freddie Mac Be Privatized?

The future of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac is back in the spotlight, with renewed debate over whether to privatize the mortgage giants. What happens next could reshape mortgage rates, loan access, and the stability of the housing market.

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Arizona Real Estate Update

The U.S. Housing Market Has Nearly 500,000 More Sellers Than Buyers—the Most on Record. That Will Likely Cause Home Prices to Fall

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Inflation Persists: What February's Economic Data Means for Mortgage Rates and Home Buyers

February’s economic data shows persistent inflation and slower consumer spending, signaling that mortgage rates may remain steady or rise, making it crucial for buyers to act sooner rather than later.

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🏡 Remodeling for Retirement: How the Aging Population is Reshaping Home Renovations

Explore how the aging population is driving a surge in home renovations and the remodeling market's promising growth in 2025, fueled by home equity and the trend of aging in place.

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Rocket Companies to Acquire Redfin

Rocket Companies will acquire digital real estate brokerage Redfin in an all-stock deal valued at $1.75 billion, or $12.50 per Redfin share, expected to close by mid-2025.

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