Green Brick Partners differentiates through high margins and land-centric strategy.
Green Brick Partners reported a 29.4% gross margin in Q4 2025, despite a 9.2% rise in incentives and a 14% year-over-year decline in starts.
Guidance for Brokerage Leaders in Uncertain Times from Paul Boomsma
LeadingRE CEO Paul Boomsma spoke to brokerage leaders about the uncertain outlook, emphasizing M&A activity, private listings, and profit pressures in the market.
HECM and HMBS Activity Sees Significant Decline in February
February HECM endorsements decreased by 20.7% to 1,821 loans. Additionally, HMBS issuance declined to $431 million, with 66 pools being issued.
Former Direct Mortgage Employees File Suit for Fraud and Unpaid Wages
Two former Direct Mortgage employees have filed a lawsuit claiming fraud and over $750,000 in unpaid wages, highlighting potential issues within the company.
Connecticut legislation addresses private real estate listings.
Connecticut Senate Bill 340 would require public marketing of property listings unless sellers choose to opt out, aligning with similar legislation in three states.
Rhode Island housing initiative addresses zoning, parking, and SROs.
Rhode Island's ongoing housing affordability crisis prompts lawmakers to introduce new measures, including boarding houses and co-living arrangements, to address the shortage.
Mortgage Rates Surge Following Market Turmoil from Iran Strike
U.S. housing market holds steady amid rising tensions, as military actions may impact economic stability and lending conditions for private lenders.
Effective Business and Negotiation Strategies from a Leading Broker
Discover the business and negotiation strategies employed by David Kramer of Compass to achieve success in the competitive Los Angeles real estate market.
Markets Begin Pricing in Iran Escalation, But Not Fully Reflected Yet
10-year yield at 4.09% reflects growing concerns over escalating conflict, indicating a shift in market sentiment among private lenders.
RenoFi to enhance AI-driven renovation financing following Series B funding.
RenoFi secures $22M in Series B funding from Fifth Wall to enhance its AI-driven renovation loan platform and grow its retail team nationwide.