REMAX expands with acquisition of 300-agent brokerage in Rhode Island.
The firm achieved over $710 million in annual volume, highlighting its strong performance in the mortgage industry, as noted in the latest RealTrends Verified rankings.
Colorado Considers Minimum Home Lot Sizes to Address Housing Challenges
Colorado lawmakers are revising zoning rules to tackle housing affordability by allowing single-family homes on smaller lots, aiming to enhance accessibility in suburban areas.
DiSpirito Team Recognized with Prestigious Awards at Engel & Völkers
"Discover insights from Rhode Island's top real estate team, recognized for exceptional unit sales performance, driving value for private lenders in the market."
Unison’s Home Equity Investment Encounters New Legal Challenge in California
A class-action lawsuit claims Unison HEI contracts function as hidden reverse mortgages, highlighting a payout increase from $97,256 to nearly $375,000.
Longbridge and Mutual of Omaha Seek Dismissal of Reverse Mortgage Lawsuit.
Longbridge Financial and Mutual of Omaha Mortgage seek dismissal of a lawsuit concerning alleged improper advertising practices, aiming to resolve ongoing legal disputes.
Radian concludes mortgage conduit operations following sale discussions.
Radian is discontinuing its mortgage conduit operations after an unsuccessful divestiture process, while seeking strategic options for its title and real estate services.
Mortgage Applications Rise 3.2% During Period of Market Volatility
Mortgage applications rose 3.2%, with the purchase index increasing by 7.8%. Meanwhile, the 30-year fixed rate climbed to 6.19%, impacting lending strategies.
loanDepot posts $108 million loss despite improvements in volume and margins
loanDepot reduces its projected 2025 net loss to $108 million, with revenues increasing by 12% to $1.19 billion, despite a decline in margins to 324 bps in Q4.
Verification Replaces Traditional Credit Scoring Methods
Discover how measurable confidence in underwriting is reshaping mortgage standards, moving beyond traditional tri-merge credit reports for enhanced decision-making.
Builders assess buyer preferences versus their willingness to pay.
Explore how homebuilders are prioritizing multifunctional spaces, storage-efficient kitchens, and warm color palettes as affordability takes precedence over size.