Russell Vought Appointed as New Director of the CFPB
Russell Vought, architect of Project 2025 and head of OMB, is now the acting head of the CFPB, impacting regulatory frameworks for private lenders.
Insurance Exodus Leaves Numerous Properties Vulnerable to LA Fires
State Farm's decision to drop 9,500 policies in wildfire-affected neighborhoods raises concerns for private lenders about risk assessment and market stability.
Colorado Lawmakers Evaluate Proposal for Housing on Church-Owned Land
Explore House Bill 1169, aimed at enabling housing development on church-owned land, potentially expanding opportunities for private lenders in community growth.
Jobs Report Challenges Prospects for Reduced Mortgage Rates
U.S. job growth falls short of expectations, yet a robust job market continues to challenge predictions of an upcoming Fed rate cut, impacting lending strategies.
One in Four Texas Homebuyers Relocate from Other States
Texas's median listing price stands at $360,000, with a significant influx of out-of-state homebuyers, highlighting opportunities for private lenders.
College Graduate Achieves $565K with Two Essential Strategies
Discover how Marlene Sedeno, a new agent in Hawaii, rapidly built her career by consistently focusing on two key practices every day.
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.