D.R. Horton’s Strategy Insights on Current New-Home Demand
Explore the complexities behind the current housing market challenges, including the impact of high rates, rising construction costs, and regulatory hurdles.
FHA Report Indicates HECM Program No Longer Poses Financial Risk
FHA-insured HECM program shows positive growth, with insurance-in-force at $64 billion and a robust capital ratio of 24.06%, indicating market stability.
Five methods brokerages implement systems to enhance agent culture
Leading brokerages implement structured culture systems to enhance agent performance, improve client service, and foster better business alignment for success.
CoStar maintains its position on Homes.com despite investor pressure.
CoStar dismisses Third Point's push to sell Homes.com, highlighting a 337% increase in subscribers and new goals for profitability in the digital real estate sector.
Strategies Used by Real Estate Brokerages to Mitigate Buyer Representation Risks
Brokerages are enhancing training and compliance in response to industry challenges, while advocates raise concerns about potential contract fairness for consumers.
Strategies for Enhancing Housing Affordability
As affordability challenges persist in the mortgage industry, lenders, policymakers, and consumers engage in critical discussions on effective solutions.
Mortgage Applications Decrease 8.5% Following Minor Rate Increase
Mortgage applications declined by 8.5% as 30-year rates reached 6.24%. Despite a 16% drop in refinance activity, it remains up 156% compared to last year.
Rocket CFO praises ‘all-weather’ model amid mortgage market recovery.
Rocket Companies' CFO Brian Brown anticipates ongoing enhancements in the mortgage market, driven by positive trends seen in late 2025.
Lennar Introduces a New 55+ Community in Central Oregon
Discover the new 55+ community in Central Oregon, with residences starting in the low $400,000s, offering potential growth for private lenders.
Recent Data Indicates Ongoing Mild Acceleration in Home Prices
FHFA Director Bill Pulte refrains from addressing ongoing mild home price acceleration, raising questions for private lenders about market trends.