Senate Approves Scott Turner as Secretary of Housing and Urban Development.
Senate confirmation of Turner occurs swiftly, highlighting shifts in the appointment process and potential implications for private lending and regulatory landscapes.
Austin Realtors grant non-Realtors access to Unlock MLS.
ABoR's Unlock MLS platform will now be available to non-Realtors, providing wider access to real estate data and tools for agents outside the 20,000-member group.
DOJ to Engage in Oral Arguments for REX Appeal
DOJ wins the opportunity to present during the Ninth Circuit appeal involving REX Real Estate's lawsuit against NAR and Zillow, impacting industry regulations.
Homebuilders Require Support to Tackle Affordability, According to Zillow Expert
Join host Mike Simonsen and economist Orphe Divounguy on the Top of Mind podcast as they discuss housing market forecasts, macro trends, and affordability solutions.
Study Reveals Average Buyer’s Agent Commission at 2.37% in Q4
Discover insights on buyer's agent commissions, with an average of 2.17% for luxury homes, highlighting trends crucial for private lenders in the market.
Optimal Blue Introduces Seven New Mortgage Products Today
Optimal Blue introduced innovative products at its user conference, enhancing tools for private lenders to optimize their mortgage technology and streamline operations.
Customer Service Demonstration by ICE
Enhance mortgage servicing efficiency with ICE Customer Service, offering structured customer info for swift issue resolution and improved agent performance.
Cornerstone Capital Bank introduces a division for community lending.
Cornerstone Capital Bank is launching a new division aimed at addressing homeownership challenges in underserved communities across 45 states.
U.S. Home-Price Growth Slows Amid LA Wildfires Impacting Market Recovery
Last year's home-price growth was the weakest in over a decade, influenced by factors like LA wildfires, shaping the housing market on multiple levels.
Homebuyers increasingly turn to government-backed loans for affordability.
FHA and VA loans accounted for 34% of the mortgage market in 2024, showcasing notable growth from under 30% in 2022, signifying shifting lending dynamics.