CoStar withdraws opposition to relocating Zillow copyright case to Seattle.
CoStar has initiated a move to transfer its copyright lawsuit against Zillow to Seattle, emphasizing the proximity of witnesses and a related case in the district.
NAR balance sheet reveals revenue growth and increased public policy expenditure.
NAR's 2024 Form 990 shows $360M in revenue, $48M in public policy expenditures, and $2.5M compensation for CEO Nykia Wright, highlighting financial priorities.
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eXp seeks dismissal of fraud claims in Acevedo lawsuit
eXp Realty aims to dismiss a fraud claim in the Acevedo sexual assault lawsuit, asserting proactive measures were taken despite emerging allegations.
RMBS performance expected to stabilize, though underlying issues emerge.
Moody's analysts forecast solid performance in residential mortgage-backed securities, with some expected deterioration in collateral conditions in the future.
10 Federal Transparency Standards for Private Note Investors
Ten federal transparency standards every private note investor should verify with their servicer — origination disclosures, escrow controls, loss mitigation, investor reporting, and audit-ready records that determine whether a note trades at par or at a discount.
Mortgage Applications and Refinance Activity Decline During Holiday Week
Mortgage applications fell by 1.4% last week, with a notable drop in refinancing activity for both conventional and government loans, signaling market shifts.
Realtor.com forecasts a gradual recovery of the housing market.
Recovery in the housing market remains sluggish as existing-home sales lag significantly, influenced by ongoing political and economic uncertainties.
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