US Housing Demand: Existing home sales in the U.S. jumped 3.2% in May to a 4.17M annual pace, the fastest since December, with prices hitting an all-time-high May median of $429,300—suggesting buyers are finding ways to move despite higher mortgage rates. Commercial Real Estate Finance: Workspace (UK) cut its dividend after a £120.5m pre-tax loss, citing property valuation write-downs and a shift toward smaller, upgraded workspaces as office demand evolves. Saudi Development Partnerships: PIF and TMG signed an MoU to explore mixed-use projects across residential, commercial, hospitality and retail, aiming to speed delivery and attract additional investors. UAE Home Financing: Dubai Holding Real Estate and Commercial Bank of Dubai launched a home financing programme with digital pre-approval and earlier financing access from the 30% construction stage. Project Delivery & Recognition: University of Maine’s Shawn Walsh Hockey Center/Harold Alfond Arena renovation won a third major construction award, underscoring how major institutional upgrades are being judged on safety, innovation and responsible real estate outcomes. Land Use & Preservation: Essex County Greenbelt is pushing to permanently protect Old Barn Farm (34 acres) in Boxford and North Andover as farmland faces development pressure. Market Sentiment: Investors are watching whether real estate’s resilience can last as attention shifts toward more defensive sectors amid rate uncertainty.