Milliman Expands MSR Services with MorVest Acquisition
Milliman's acquisition of MorVest Capital boosts its mortgage servicing rights, enhancing valuation and risk management services for private lenders.
Buyer’s Agent Commission Increases Amid New Settlement Regulations
Recent adjustments in commission structures, following new National Association of Realtors guidelines, may impact private lenders and their market strategies.
Court to rule on Compass’s injunction regarding Zillow’s listing policy.
Judge Vargas will determine the outcome of Compass’s injunction against Zillow’s listing policy as both parties present their legal conclusions.
Decline in Mortgage Rates Spurs Refinance Retention to Record Levels
Falling interest rates have driven servicer refinance retention to a 3.5-year high, indicating potential opportunities for private lenders in the current market.
Housing demand approaches three-year high amid improved spreads.
Mortgage purchase applications reach a three-year peak, fueled by better spreads and declining rates, marking 18 consecutive weeks of growth.
Top Real Estate Schools in Michigan for Aspiring Professionals
Explore our comprehensive guide to top Michigan real estate schools, designed to help you excel in the state exam and successfully begin your career.
Real Estate Weekly Review: Notable Successes and Shortcomings
Explore recent developments in Boston's property taxes, investigations affecting real estate investors, and unexpected squatter situations in California homes.
Can Transferable Mortgages Revitalize the Housing Market? Insights from Experts.
Discover how mortgage portability, a popular feature in Canada and the U.K., enables borrowers to seamlessly transfer their existing mortgage and interest rate when relocating.
Mortgage Rates and Main Street: Key Factors Influencing the Housing Market
Discover how local economic factors, demographic shifts, and specific supply dynamics will shape home sales and prices, overshadowing national trends in 2026.
APEX Residential Expands into Arizona’s Luxury Real Estate Market
Leadership team combines decades of elite real estate expertise and billions in closed sales in Arizona, poised to drive growth and enhance opportunities for private lenders.