Condo Lending Shake-Up: Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac rolled out tighter condo mortgage rules starting Aug. 3, meaning more scrutiny of condo finances, reserves, and maintenance—buyers may see slower approvals and more denials. Local Deal Closes: Washington County, Wisconsin, officially completed the sale of the former UWM-WC campus to FaithRidge, ending county upkeep costs and setting the stage for Ozaukee Christian School/FaithRidge to reopen the site for classes. Market Pulse (Canada): Toronto-area home sales rose for a fifth straight month in July, with prices ticking up as new listings fell—more competition for buyers, but potential price stabilization ahead. Property Transfers (Louisiana): West Jefferson, East Jefferson, and St. Tammany all published detailed July transfer lists, offering a quick read on local activity. Luxury & Listings: A record Sunshine Coast island estate in Canada sold via MLS, while multiple high-end homes and estates hit the market across the UK and elsewhere. Affordability Reality Check: Redfin says the typical U.S. home still requires about $109,796 in annual income to stay within housing-cost limits. Homebuyer Caution: France’s top court upheld damages against sellers who hid a violent neighbor—silence can cost.