
GSEs target income and occupancy to cut buyback risk
Mortgage giants are deploying tech to flag occupancy risk and income defects upfront

AI can speed up permitting, but messy zoning data holds it back
Localities are turning to AI to fast-track permiting, but outdated or conflicting zoning text and maps still delay approvals

When real estate listing scarcity becomes the strategy, who benefits?
A Zillow survey cited 74% of Hispanic sellers and 73% of Black sellers were steered to private networks, versus 24% of white sellers

What Is Industry Evolution Doing to Your Wallet?
Many people pursue real estate because it offers them independence, connections, a chance to build skills and help people achieve the dream of homeownership. But in the end, if you aren’t making a living, you won’t be able to pursue these goals, or any of the aspirations you have for your career. W

Help Us Understand What Industry Evolution Does to Your Wallet
Many people pursue real estate because it offers them independence, connections, a chance to build skills and help people achieve the dream of homeownership. But in the end, if you aren’t making a living, you won’t be able to pursue these goals, or any of the aspirations you have for your career. W

💬 Many voices, one message
In chorus Wednesday, Oct. 14 — Eighteen artists display their work in one group exhibition in Columbus. Four creatives collaborate on a piece for the Alpharetta Arts Center. Both are ways to gather distinct voices and practices into one message. That’s what we’re exploring in this week’s Sketchbook

October 17, 2026: Austin Peay vs West Georgia: Total Points College Football Prediction Market - Robinhood
October 17, 2026: Austin Peay vs West Georgia: Total Points College Football Prediction Market Robinhood

Construction set to begin on MARTA’s first arterial rapid transit corridor
MARTA will soon begin construction on its first arterial rapid transit (ART) corridor along Cleveland Avenue and Metropolitan Parkway. Construction will begin in both the City of Atlanta and the City of East Point on Oct. 26, 2026, with crews moving along the corridor in phases. According to MARTA,

Dunwoody High School moves to remote learning after HVAC, water issues
As afternoon temperatures soar into 80s, Dunwoody High School has been without a fully functioning air-conditioning system for three days, and further compounding the problem, black water has been pouring from sinks and water fountains because of a broken valve. The school will switch to remote lear









