Is Alabama’s buyer representation bill a safeguard or a potential risk?
Alabama Realtors advocate for a law to modify timing in buyer agreements, responding to the DOJ's interest in the Sitzer/Burnett lawsuit implications.
Rental Housing Organizations Request White House Review of Construction Regulations
Rental housing organizations are urging a review of regulations they believe hinder construction and affordability, raising concerns about industry impacts.
Redfin prevails as patent infringement lawsuit is dismissed.
Redfin's patent infringement suit with Virtual Creative Artists has been dismissed, reducing legal burden and potentially stabilizing its listing portal operations.
Bank7 Completes Acquisition of First American Mortgage
First American Mortgage, a veteran in the industry, has facilitated over $3 billion in funding. Discover the latest acquisition news and insights.
Examining the Legal Risks Associated with Private Listing Networks
The ongoing debate over the NAR's Clear Cooperation Policy highlights potential legal risks for agents not listing properties on the MLS. Explore the implications.
ICE Reports Unprecedented Increase in Property Insurance Costs
Annual property insurance costs for mortgaged single-family homes surged by a record $276, reflecting a significant trend in rising premiums over five years.
One in Seven Pending Home Sales Canceled, According to Recent Report
Atlanta experiences the highest rate of canceled home sales in the U.S., with nearly 20% of pending transactions falling through. Explore the implications for private lenders.
Housing executives share differing perspectives on affordability and sales forecasts.
Survey results indicate that just 52 respondents anticipate sub-6% mortgage rates by 2025, while 79 believe this target is more achievable by 2026.
Jay Plum of Fifth Third Bank discusses Basel III and future lending trends.
Fifth Third Bank's Jay Plum discusses the implications of Basel III on warehouse lending, affordability initiatives, and expanding market share through MSRs.
California Realtor Claire O’Connor Reflects on Recovery After Wildfires
Explore insights from Claire O'Connor on the LA wildfire experience and its impact on the local real estate market in this episode of the RealTrending podcast.