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In his role atop the housing finance agency, Bill Pulte has used his access to mortgage records to refer some top Trump enemies for prosecution.

Trump picks housing Dir. Bill Pulte as acting intelligence chief, replacing Tulsi Gabbard

Insurance premiums have soared for many homeowners in recent years, but there are steps policyholders can take to reduce them, experts said.

Berkshire's purchase of homebuilder Taylor Morrison gives the conglomerate a larger foothold in housing and appears to have been struck at a bargain valuation.

Analysts say the deal between Berkshire Hathaway and Taylor Morrison signals that the housing market may have bottomed.

The acquisition marks one of the first major strategic deals under Warren Buffett's successor Greg Abel, who took over as CEO in the beginning of 2026.

Inflation, climate change and other factors have combined to push up premiums for homeowners insurance -- with broad implications for consumers and the economy.

Mortgage rates rose to the highest level in 9 months, hitting refinance demand hardest. Homebuyers also pulled back but were still more active than last year.

Wells Fargo will provide a 50 basis point lender credit to buyers of Icon homes using its mortgages.

The deal will create one of the largest real estate companies in the U.S., with more than 180,000 rental apartments.