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While the housing market flirted with a recession earlier this year, it didn’t fully commit. In fact, July and August data hints that the peak risk of a housing recession may be behind us. To learn more about the relationship between housing and economic recessions, read on here: https://firstam.us/4eEhpbt #FirstAmEcon #HousingMarket

Where did you stay during your summer vacation this year? Chances are you stayed in a commercial property. But what exactly makes a property "commercial"? Find the answer to this question and more in our handy dandy Summer School Guide. Download today: https://firstam.us/3SPfurI #CommercialRealEstate #RealEstate

We proudly celebrate Sally French Tyler, co-president of First American Title, in her recent recognition on the 2024 HousingWire Vanguard winners list, an award given to inspirational leaders with dynamic influence within the mortgage and real estate industries. We also take a moment to recognize Sally for her ongoing contributions to First American’s culture, where she co-founded and continues to lead our Women in Leadership program. Motivated by a commitment to empower the many talented women in our company, our Women in Leadership program provides opportunities to accelerate team members into senior leadership roles. Please join us in congratulating Sally on her outstanding and exemplary achievement. #Leadership #WomenLeaders #RealEstate

Imagine returning home to find your neighbors building a fence on your property. When Annegret came back from Germany, she discovered her neighbors constructed a fence blocking her driveway. See how title insurance turned an unexpected property predicament into a happy ending: https://firstam.us/477SB9b

Recently named a 2024 HousingWire Insider, SVP and Chief Innovation Underwriter Justin Earley shares a peek behind the curtain of the development of Galileo, a revolutionary platform and toolset built for underwriters by underwriters that ultimately helps protect our customers. To learn more about how Galileo came from concept to fruition, read the full article here: https://firstam.us/3Z6lEYy #Innovation #RealEstate

While the 30-year fixed-rate mortgages are popular in the U.S. housing market, did you know that they aren't available everywhere? To learn more about the history and lifecycle of mortgages, tune in to the Summer School Series on the REconomy Podcast, available via Spotify, Apple Podcasts or our website: https://firstam.us/3X3pEGO #FirstAmEcon #HousingMarket #RealEstate

Pop Quiz! Did you know that homeownership is the primary driver of wealth creation in the country? Did you also know that a potential Federal Reserve rate cut could mean some hope is on the horizon for first-time homebuyers? While Mark and Odeta talk through everything you need to know about homeownership on the REconomy podcast, you can follow along by downloading the companion guide here: https://firstam.us/3WWgaNg #Homebuying #HousingMarket #FirstAmEcon

Housing affordability is slowly improving, with 12 markets seeing positive changes last month. However, the weight of higher home prices and elevated mortgage rates still dampens buyer sentiment. Which markets saw improvement, and is this a sign of better times ahead? Check out the link in the first comment for details. #FirstAmEcon #HousingMarket #MortgageRates

Class is in session! Your Summer School instructors Mark and Odeta are here to walk you through the journey from home shopping to home purchase to finally getting those keys. Was that a school bell ringing? Don't be late. Tune in by downloading the guide today: https://firstam.us/3SPfurI #Homebuying #RealEstate #HousingMarket

Everyone’s five favorite words: optimism in the housing market. As mortgage rates begin to trend lower again, there is a glimmer of hope for both buyers and sellers to lift home sales from their lowest level in more than 13 years. Read on for more details: https://firstam.us/3SYkwSV #FirstAmEcon #MortgageRates #AffordableHousing