Daily Real Estate News

A daily compilation of top real estate headlines from around the country.


CB Richard Ellis Joins Fortune 500
With $6 billion in annual revenue, the commercial real estate giant is 404 on list of largest U.S. companies.

FDIC Sees Mortgage Holder Help
Federal loans would give up to 1 million borrowers a chance to restructure troubled mortgages, FDIC head Bair says.

Fed Cuts Rates One-Quarter Point
Future cuts aren't totally off the table, although they're unlikely, analyst says.

Mortgage Insurers: Defaults Drop
For first time in four months, defaults drop below 60,000 borrowers.

Open Houses Seen as Key Today
In a slow market, the selling device provides a variety of functions that can help boost business.

The First $2-billion Home is Coming
Twenty-seven floors for one household to live above the Mumbai skyline.

Best Cities for Recent College Grads
Philadelphia tops the list for places to jump-start your life, based on average rents, job availability, and concentration of young adults.

Build a Referral-Based Clientele
Networking should focus on earning recommendations from contacts, rather than merely acquiring lead names, trainer says.

Fannie Mae CEO Foresees Housing Gains
Daniel Mudd says he expects "some recovery and growth" in the real estate sector, but not until 2010.

Mortgage Applications Fall
For the second straight week, new loan volume and refinancing activity declined, while interest rates dipped slightly.

Reduce Your Business Clutter
Some spring cleaning for your marketing and technology tools should help improve your performance.

Tips for Keeping Sellers Sane
Keeping a home in mint condition while living in it is tough, but being prepared to deal with the disruptions is essential.