Keller Williams Tops RealTrends Verified City Rankings with Team Production
Private lenders should note that while teams were underrepresented, they accounted for $832.7 billion in volume and 1.29 million sides, highlighting their market impact.
Greystar Responds to 114 Complaints of Housing Voucher Discrimination
HRI alleges Greystar discriminated against Housing Choice Voucher holders in multiple states, raising significant concerns about fair housing practices.
Increased mortgage rates reduce applications following the holiday week.
Mortgage applications declined as the 30-year fixed rate reached 6.65%. However, refinance activity increased by 4%, while purchase applications dropped by 7%.
Will the housing market continue to grow with mortgage rates above 6.64%?
Amid high rates exceeding 6.64%, purchase applications fell 7% weekly and 2% annually, yet pending sales remain robust, indicating market resilience.
Lofty introduces one-click Showami integration for on-demand property showings.
Lofty’s integration with Showami enables 80,000 U.S. agents to seamlessly request and track on-demand showings directly from their CRM, enhancing efficiency.
The brokerage model is evolving, exemplified by Keller Williams’ JMG acquisition.
Keller Williams to acquire Jason Mitchell Group, enhancing its lead network model amidst speculation of a potential IPO. Insights for private lenders.
UWM’s Broker Ultimatum Linked to Rivals’ 5 Basis Point Price Reduction
United Wholesale Mortgage's policy change restricting brokers from working with Rocket Mortgage led to a 5 basis point price drop for unaffected lenders, a recent study finds.
Top Cities for First-Time Homebuyers: Best and Worst Choices
Explore the challenges first-time homebuyers face in California's cities, revealing significant insights for private lenders in today's competitive market.
Bank regulators provide guidance on credit risk related to unauthorized workers.
OCC, FDIC, and NCUA emphasize the importance of managing credit risk for borrowers lacking work authorization, highlighting compliance with existing regulations.
Thomas Jefferson’s Childhood Residence Hits the Market for $17 Million
Explore the rare opportunity to acquire Thomas Jefferson's historic boyhood home, a National Register property, for $17 million, with private tours available.