January 2026

Fed likely to keep rates steady as economy shows mixed signals

Key Insight: The FOMC is expected to keep short-term interest rates unchanged at its January meeting, reflecting a cautious approach amid mixed economic signals. Expert Quote: “The timing of further rate cuts in 2026 will depend on whether recent progress in lowering inflation continues, as well as the ongoing health of the employment situation amid […]

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How a state bar filing could derail a California upzoning plan

The latest “not in my backyard” tactic in California’s local zoning disputes and state housing law battles? Filing a complaint with the state bar association. A case in point: An attorney who failed in an effort to derail a Rancho Palos Verdes, Calif., upzoning lodged a complaint with the California State Bar about a March

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Onity Group raises $200M in debt, reports strong estimated Q4 earnings

On the back of stronger estimated financial earnings, Onity Group — the parent company of PHH Mortgage Corp. and Liberty Reverse Mortgage — raised $200 million through a debt offering to qualified investors on Monday, exceeding its initial target of $150 million. The offering came amid the release of preliminary fourth-quarter 2025 financial results, with

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