federal flood insurance lapse
Real estate industry groups expect lawmakers to pass a temporary reauthorization of the National Flood Insurance Program, but push for a long-term solution that includes reforms
by Matt Carter Dec 9
Redfin says it won't follow Zillow in removing climate risk data
In a new report, Redfin also revealed an uptick in demand for climate risk data following natural disasters such as California's wildfires and Texas' Hill Country floods
by Marian McPherson Dec 9
Zillow removes climate data
The portal announced last year that listings would begin showing climate data from First Street. Now, however, Zillow has pivoted so that, instead, listings feature a link to First Street's website
by Jim Dalrymple II Dec 1
Trump administration lays out 5-year goals for Fannie, Freddie
Equitable housing and climate change risk are out, deregulation and combating fraud are in. The strategic plan sheds little light on president's bid to spur homebuilders into action.
by Matt Carter Oct 17
An active hurricane season is on the horizon — is the US prepared?
NOAA expects 13 to 19 named storms to arrive now through the end of November. More than 33M properties face potential damage from high winds and more than 6M from flooding
Insurance a top concern as experts predict higher premiums
Over 55% of agents who were recently surveyed by the California Association of Realtors said access to homeowners insurance was their No. 1 concern, more than double from last year
by Taylor Anderson May 9
Fannie, Freddie regulator issues dozens of orders out of public eye
FHFA Director Bill Pulte tells 'crypto influencer' he's signed more than 80 orders revamping policies and procedures at the mortgage giants, only 12 of which have been made public
by Matt Carter May 2
Climate change reshapes real estate, putting $1.5T in value at risk
Climate change has shaken up the US real estate market, with buyers no longer simply seeking better quality of life or affordable housing — but also considering climate risks before purchases
by Richelle Hammiel Feb 4
CFPB tightening underwriting for PACE energy improvement loans
PACE lenders object to rule requiring them to evaluate borrowers' ability to repay and provide more comprehensive disclosures so homeowners can comparison shop for other financing
by Matt Carter Dec 17
Yonkers Housing Authority taps AreaHub to provide climate data
The Municipal Housing Authority for the City of Yonkers is collaborating with AreaHub to better understand how severe weather impacts its mission to protect and safeguard affordable housing
by Craig C. Rowe Dec 16
Low-risk homes appreciate as climate concerns shift the market
Redfin's analysis reveals that Americans are increasingly factoring natural disaster risk into their homebuying decisions, with homes in low-risk areas now appreciating in value more quickly
by Richelle Hammiel Nov 21
Back-to-back storms tank pending home sales in Florida
Pending home sales in key Florida markets fell by the double digits in October and November, as the aftereffects of hurricanes Helene and Milton stifle buyer activity
by Marian McPherson Nov 19
Florida's biggest insurer hands off 600k policies as new storm comes
The Florida Legislature-created Citizens Property Insurance Corporation has been overwhelmed in recent years. Now regulators are passing off thousands of policies to private insurers
'Hidden' homeownership costs locking potential buyers in place
Households have deferred moving, partially due to high 'hidden' homeownership costs such as property taxes, insurance and climate change, according to a report
by Richelle Hammiel Aug 7
Younger homebuyers say they'd sacrifice safety for affordability
Despite safety ranking high among buyer concerns, house hunters say they're willing to consider purchasing in a high-risk area in exchange for affordable housing, according to a new report
by Richelle Hammiel Aug 5