Name: Bill Pulte wants to reshape the American mortgage system
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Description: FHFA director Bill Pulte comes from a real estate family – his grandfather founded the third largest homebuilder in the country. In his role at the FHFA, he could completely shift the way American homebuying is financed and secured. The Real Deal's Suzannah Cavanaugh spoke to him for the latest issue of our magazine. Watch for more insights, and check out the full story online now.

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FHFA director Bill Pulte comes from a real estate family – his grandfather founded the third largest homebuilder in the country. In his role at the FHFA, he could completely shift the way American homebuying is financed and secured. The Real Deal's Suzannah Cavanaugh spoke to him for the latest issue of our magazine. Watch for more insights, and check out the full story online now. 

Bill Pulte wants to reshape the American mortgage system

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Austin, Texas has rapidly transformed into a major tech hub, attracting talent and investment. However, recent data suggests a potential cooling off, with some tech workers and startups returning to coastal cities. Is this a temporary blip or a sign of a larger shift in Austin's tech scene?

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