Examining the Structural Alignment of the Mortgage Industry
Explore the mortgage industry's evolving landscape, examining the root causes of its costs and complexities amidst ongoing technological advancements.
Realtor.com Introduces RealAssistAI Developed in Collaboration with Google
Discover how RealAssist AI empowers buyers with tools for research, affordability insights, property discovery, neighborhood analysis, and agent connections.
Compass Positioned as a Proxy in the MLS Landscape
Compass aims to limit Zillow's listing feeds by leveraging cooperative MLSs, raising concerns over market fragmentation and consumer transparency in real estate.
Rhode Island’s Housing Bond Yielding Minimal Results, New Report Reveals
Rhode Island's $120 million housing bond is projected to produce only 642 new units, meeting just 28.5% of the state's 2030 housing goal.
Forecast indicates subdued hurricane season, yet risks persist for builders.
As the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season starts, experts stress the importance of storm-resilient building practices in the housing industry despite a quieter forecast.
NAR Releases Updated Resources on MLS and Property Listings
NAR has released three resources focused on MLS data filtering, IDX and VOW criteria, and effective one-to-one broker communication strategies.
Mutual of Omaha Leads Despite 4.7% Decrease in HECM Endorsements
May HECM endorsements declined to 1,967, a 4.7% drop from April, with Mutual of Omaha Mortgage capturing 21.5% market share at 423 endorsements.
Berkshire Taylor Morrison Agreement Emphasizes Scale and Ecosystem Integration
Berkshire Hathaway's acquisition of Taylor Morrison highlights a strategic investment in homebuilding, focusing on leadership, scalability, and operational excellence.
Berkshire’s Major Housing Investment: Key Considerations for Agents
Agents focus on resilience in the housing market, emphasizing its stability as a foundational asset class amidst challenges and opportunities for private lenders.
Realtor.com Integrates Agoyu AI for Enhanced Moving Quote Generation
Realtor.com incorporates Agoyu AI, allowing users to capture items through video for instant moving quotes from licensed movers, streamlining the relocation process.