The Independent Brokerage IRVE Achieves $2 Billion Growth in Five Years
Iron Valley Real Estate achieves notable rankings in the industry, placing 10th for five-year volume growth and 3rd for transaction side growth, showcasing strong performance.
Habitat for Humanity Develops Pope Leo Village in Wichita
Explore the creation of Pope Leo Village in Wichita by Habitat for Humanity, an initiative focused on community development and affordable housing solutions.
Houston Realtors and Repliers Establish Data Access Partnership
HAR.com expands its Repliers platform by integrating proprietary datasets, enhancing value for subscribers and improving access to key mortgage industry insights.
Colorado Attorney General Nullifies MV Realty Homeowner Benefit Agreements
Colorado AG's consent judgment voids MV Realty's 40-year contracts, halting $8.4 million in fees and clearing title filings, impacting private lenders significantly.
Compass International Holdings Acquires 51% Stake in Peerage Sotheby’s Parent
CIH has acquired a 51% stake in a Peerage-linked parent company, featuring a 30-month repayment plan and a TPG cash put option, highlighting strategic financial moves.
Miami and RWorld Realtors Combine to Form 93,000 Member Association
MIAMI and RWorld are set to merge, combining 93,000 members to create a powerful MLS, potentially ranking third in the U.S. for private lenders.
KBW Reports Narrowing Opportunity for Fannie and Freddie Privatization
Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac privatization is seen as unlikely before the November 2026 midterms, leading to revised lower stock price targets, per KBW analysis.
The Shift of Real Estate Brokerages: Marketing as a Growth Engine
Brokerages are evolving their marketing strategies to focus on growth, emphasizing recruitment and revenue generation, with research indicating a 1.4x increase.
Pending home sales indicate annual growth amid declining mortgage rates.
Inventory increased to 743,006, with new listings at 77,919 and pending sales at 73,241 as interest rates approached 6.25%, impacting market dynamics.
Eric Manley discusses Atlantic Avenue’s rise as the top reverse broker.
Atlantic Avenue leads HECM endorsements, expands team to 70, and reports $90 million in Q1 volume, highlighting growth in proprietary loan offerings.