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Paradise Valley lands on America’s 50 Wealthiest Suburbs list

According to a recent report by GoBankingRates, Paradise Valley ranked among the nation’s top suburbs based on median household income, home values and other economic indicators.

NAR’s new Market Statistics Dashboard provides local housing data to members

The National Association of REALTORS® debuted its Market Statistics Dashboard for members, which provides local housing data intended to help clients buy and sell homes.  

The 10 most expensive homes sold in Arizona in June

A $25 million estate in Scottsdale was the most expensive home sold in Arizona last month.

Fannie and Freddie now accept VantageScore 4.0 for mortgage underwriting

The FICO alternative is expected to greatly expand the number of eligible borrowers by allowing rent and utility payments to count toward a credit score. 

Scottsdale, Chandler and Gilbert among top rental markets in the US

The finance site ranked Scottsdale No. 2 in the country, citing both high quality of life and job availability. The city’s score was also boosted by its weather and outdoor recreation options.

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MBA: Mortgage applications pop as rates fall to three-month low

Purchase applications hit their highest level since February 2023. 

NAR claims real estate wins as House passes One Big Beautiful Bill Act

The National Association of REALTORS® has claimed that the passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act in the House delivers significant victories for homeowners and real estate professionals.

The $1.9 million onion-shaped dome home

Observers have compared the domes to onions, bubbles, boba tea, mushrooms and a batch of cinnamon buns, among other similar spheres.

NAR: One in five homebuyers considered their pet when choosing neighborhood

Pets aren’t just companions — they’re family. And according to a recent National Association of REALTORS® report, one in five homebuyers actively considered their pet’s needs when choosing a neighborhood.

US commissions jump to 5.44% amid cooling housing market

According to a report from Clever Real Estate, the average total commission for U.S. real estate agents is now 5.44%, a rise from 5.32% over the past year, despite the recent broker commission reforms from the National Association of REALTORS®.

NAR hails Senate passage of One Big Beautiful Bill Act

The association said the legislation contains five of its key priorities, including a permanent extension for the mortgage-interest deduction and a temporary quadrupling of the SALT-deduction cap. 

The 10 most expensive new listings in Arizona

Scottsdale and Paradise Valley homes make up all of the 10 most expensive new listings in Arizona.

US Conference of Mayors backs Realtor.com’s Let America Build initiative

The organization issued a statement in support of the pro-development campaign at its annual meeting in Tampa. 

Where does Phoenix rank in America’s Best Cities?

Phoenix’s strong rank was due largely to its population growth, which jumped 14% year over year in 2023 and 2.3% so far in 2025.

Pending-home sales rise in May as market continues ‘slow thaw’

May’s 1.8% monthly gain follows a 6.3% drop in April, the National Association of REALTORS® said. 

FHFA directs Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac to accept cryptocurrency in mortgages

Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) Director William J. Pulte posted to X issuing an order that directs Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to consider cryptocurrency as an “asset for single-family loans.”  

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