Monthly Archives: September 2022

Progress Residential unveils 36th private-label SFR offering 

Sep 15, 2022 |

Another single-family rental (SFR) securitization deal sponsored by a large institutional player, Progress Residential, is slated to hit the private-label market this month, bringing the total securitization-deal count for Progress to seven so far this year. This latest transaction, Progress 2022-SFR7, will be secured by a single $426.8 million fixed-rate loan backed by mortgages on 1,434 […more]

House passes bill to modernize VA appraisals

Sep 15, 2022 |

The U.S. House of Representatives this week passed a bill that streamlines the appraisal process for U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs mortgage loans. With the passage of HR 7735, known as the “Improving access to the VA home loan benefit Act of 2022,” the VA is now permitting desktop appraisals and in some circumstances, waiving […more]

Historic Stone Castle in Kansas Rocks the Market for $3.5M

Sep 15, 2022 |

A historic stone castle sits on a riverbank in Kansas. The 1.76-acre regal property is listed for $3.5 million.

Another Upgraded Penthouse Just Listed at a Loss

Sep 15, 2022 |

We’ve been fans of penthouse unit #613 atop the historic Embarcadero Lofts building at 300 Beale Street since we first featured the condo back in 2008. Having last traded hands for $1.92 million in September of 2017, “over $350K” has since been spent to further improve the upscale three-bedroom, including an upgraded kitchen; the installation […more]

Where To Get A Deal

Sep 15, 2022 |

Are you waiting to buy a home until you can get a sizable discount? Is it because you know a guy who will give you a deal on any home improvements needed; you’ve got your eye on some new appliances down at the scratch-and-dent outlet; and you were thinking about going through Redfin until you […more]

Westfield Santa Anita buyer is Southern California real estate investor Wen Shan Chang

Sep 15, 2022 |

The mall, now named the Shops at Santa Anita, will continue to be managed by French retail property giant Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield.

5 Things to do this Weekend: September 16

Sep 15, 2022 |

Autumn is here with more amazing events for you to enjoy the arts, explore different neighborhoods, discover new cultural opportunities through food and festivals, and so much more. Here’s a round-up of five activities this weekend that we think you will love! Taco About a Good Time: It’s Taco Fest! One of Southport Corridor’s biggest […more]

5 Things to do in the North Shore: September 16

Sep 15, 2022 |

Autumn is here with more amazing events for you to enjoy the arts, explore different neighborhoods, discover new cultural opportunities through food and festivals, and so much more. Here’s a round-up of five activities this weekend that we think you will love! Experience Fireworks in 3-D Enjoy our still summery weather and head to Niles […more]

Fall In Love With Denver on 2 Wheels

Sep 15, 2022 |

Colorado is a cyclist’s paradise with a surplus of gold and platinum-rated bicycle communities offering extensive mountain terrain and miles of smooth black-top. Known as one of the most ‘bike-friendly’ states, Colorado has remained a leader in incorporating cycling into the cities’ infrustructures, through quality traffic laws and practices, policies and programs, education, and strategic […more]

With Rooftops Sprouting in Lake Highlands, Richardson ISD Breaks Ground on Middle School

Sep 15, 2022 |

Richardson ISD is building its first-ever middle school on Walnut Hill Lane, and we found a few superb homes where a walk-in closet and backyard oasis are icing on the cake in a high-ranked educational market.  Addison-based Cadence McShane Construction broke ground this month on a 231,000-square-foot Lake Highlands Middle School campus that will accommodate […more]