Manufactured Housing Reform (California): California’s Senate passed SB 996 to fix a long-running loophole that can force manufactured homes to be titled like personal property, making financing costlier; the bill creates an opt-in path to title as real property. Investor Tax Uncertainty (Australia): Westpac says housing turnover could drop 20% after tax changes, with investor activity down 34% over 18 months, while CPA Australia warns advisers can’t give guidance until the Senate resolves grandfathering. Affordability & Supply Push (Australia): The federal government unveiled a $39.3m trial of modular “kit of parts” construction to speed building, inspired by Sweden’s prefabrication approach. Local Market Snapshot (Northwest Ohio): April conditions look more balanced as inventory rises and days on market lengthen, giving buyers more options while prices stay firm. New Development Sales (South Korea): Ulsan’s housing recovery continues as unsold inventory plunges and prices rise; Hyundai E&C’s Hillstate Seonam Lake Park begins first-come, first-served sales with a 5% down-payment plan. Community Housing Efforts (Quincy, Illinois): Quincy officials move forward on grant applications to tackle vacant and deteriorating properties, aiming to improve safety and neighborhood value. Luxury vs Mainstream (US): Redfin reports luxury home sales are surging, especially in AI-linked markets like San Francisco, while nonluxury sales lag.