J&W Gold Institute introduces Historic Home Specialist credential for agents.
Explore key topics in preservation standards, valuation methods, and design review processes essential for landmark transactions in the private lending sector.
UWM’s Ishbia Family Equity and NBA Holdings Support Billions in Credit
Public filings reveal the Ishbia family's significant stake in United Wholesale Mortgage and sports assets, highlighting a complex network of private lending opportunities.
Inventory Sees Slight Year-Over-Year Increase Amid Rising Rates
Inventory increases to 871,063 amid sustained high rates, with pending sales declining year over year and price reductions reaching 41.67%.
VantageScore 4.0: Enhancing Opportunities in Wholesale Lending
UWM is testing VantageScore 4.0 for brokers, allowing some borrowers to meet a 620 minimum and potentially lower LLPAs and cash to close significantly.
Key Outcomes in Real Estate from the Recent Week
Data centers are emerging in lower-income areas, retail spaces are adapting, and British homebuyers are prioritizing air conditioning in their homes.
Radian Divests Real Estate Services and Plans Title Sale to PLACE
Radian has completed the sale of its real estate services unit to PLACE and is set to sell its title business, with closure anticipated in Q4.
Migration Trends Among Boomers and Gen X in 2026
Discover key insights from a recent HousingWire analysis on single-family homes, covering metrics like median list prices, sales trends, and market inventory.
Mamdani Withdraws Commitment to Develop Affordable Housing in Lower Manhattan
Local opposition has halted a proposed housing project at a community garden site, raising questions about affordable housing strategies and development in the area.
MLS Leaders Advocate for Updated Governance of Real Estate Data with AI
Brokers are leveraging AI tools for MLS data, prompting private lenders to prioritize audits, entitlements, and policy enforcement for compliance and oversight.
Thad Wong cautions about the risks of AI replacing personal client engagement.
Thad Wong's firm leverages AI to enhance client insights and automate background tasks, ensuring human-led communication remains at the forefront of agent interactions.