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Today’s News Synopsis: Fannie Mae slightly lowers its mortgage rate forecast, now projecting 6.4% by end of 2025 and 6.0% by end of 2026. In The News:   MPA Mag – “Fannie Mae lowers mortgage rate forecasts as Fed faces pressure“ (07-24-25) “Latest forecast predicts lower mortgage rates and a surge in home sales through […]

    In this episode, Craig Evans interviews Kent Ritter, CEO and Founder of Hudson Investing, exploring his remarkable journey from management consulting to successful multifamily real estate investing. The conversation delves into Ritter’s professional evolution, highlighting key insights into multifamily investment strategies, property evaluation, and personal growth. This episode provides listeners with an in-depth

Today’s News Synopsis: The SUPPLY Act aims to ease the housing shortage by expanding financing for backyard homes and ADUs. More support for homeowners—and more housing options for all. In The News:   Scotsman Guide – “Bipartisan legislation would make it easier to finance accessory dwelling units“ (07-21-25) “The SUPPLY Act aims to establish government-backed

Today’s News Synopsis: President Donald Trump is weighing a proposal to eliminate capital gains taxes on home sales—aimed at giving the housing market a major boost. Stay tuned for updates on how this could impact homeowners and investors. In The News:   YahooFinance – “Trump Weighing Effort to Remove Capital Gains Tax on Home Sales“

    In part two of The Norris Group Real Estate Podcast, Andrew Falde, SVP of Capital Markets for DBL Capital, delves deeper into their innovative real estate investment approach. Building on the first episode, Andrew provides detailed insights into their evergreen fund’s structure, investor qualifications, and strategic advantages. He explains the fund’s minimum investment

Today’s News Synopsis: Big win for veterans: The VA Home Loan Program Reform Act (H.R. 1815) will allow struggling vets to access federal mortgage assistance similar to FHA borrowers. In The News:   MortgagePoint – “Senate Passes Bill to Assist Distressed Veteran Homeowners“ (07-16-25) “The U.S. Senate has announced the passage of H.R. 1815, the VA

Today’s News Synopsis: Reps. Tom Suozzi and Nicole Malliotakis introduced the Housing for U.S. Act, a bold plan to invest up to $250 billion—potential proceeds from ending Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac’s conservatorship—into building 3.5 million affordable homes for middle-class Americans. In The News:   MortgagePoint – “Proposed Bill Seeks to Invest Fannie/Freddie Proceeds Into

Today’s News Synopsis: Big news for future homeowners: Rent payments can now help you qualify for a mortgage. FHFA Director Bill Pulte announced that credit history will expand beyond credit cards and loans — a move aimed at improving access to homeownership. In The News:   FOX Business – “Rent payments could help Americans qualify

    In this episode, Joey Romero sits down with Andrew Falde, Senior Vice President of Capital Markets at DBL Capital, to unpack the inner workings of the DBL Capital Fund. Andrew discusses the fund’s purpose, strategic approach, and regulatory compliance. He also shares insights on today’s capital raising environment, current and future market trends,

Today’s News Synopsis: According to newly released Fed minutes, most staff members anticipate interest rate cuts in 2025. The central bank held rates steady at 4.25%–4.5% during the June meeting, where long-term easing was a key part of the discussion. In The News:   Forbes – “Most Fed Officials Expect 2025 Rate Cuts Despite Tariff