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'Mortgage Rates Racism: Approval Higher for White Than Black & Hispanic Says Study

As if the loan approval game isn’t fraught with long odds enough, a recent Zillow study has shown that race or ethnicity contributes to whether one’s home loan application will be rubber-stamped or not.

'Homes Near Starbucks are More Expensive? Values Increase 96 to 171%

Homes situated within a quarter of a mile radius of a Starbucks tend to appreciate in value by 96% between 1997 and 2013. This is higher than the national average of 65% in U.S. homes.

'Indiana Regional MLS: One of the Latest to Join League of Listing Websites

Indiana-based realtors have teamed up to form the Indiana Regional MLS which will help agents and buyers alike in their real estate endeavours. The state-focussed multiple listing service will not only eliminate costs for agents but will also ensure complete listing data accuracy and access, according to some news reports.