Have Lower Mortgage Rates Affected Housing Inventory Levels?
Inventory levels experienced an unusual week-to-week decline, a rarity during this season compared to recent years, prompting potential implications for private lenders.
Real Estate Agents Adapted to Changing Business Practices in 2025
NAR membership shows only a 100,000 decline from January, challenging predictions of a 50% drop in agent count, signaling resilience in the market.
Have Agent Commissions Shifted Since the Recent Settlement?
Real estate agent commissions have remained stable despite predicted fluctuations, highlighting resilience in the market amid evolving business practices.
Better’s Losses Decrease, Potential to Break Even by Late 2026
Better reported a $36 million net loss in Q2 2025, an improvement from its $50.5 million loss in Q1, indicating a potential shift in financial performance.
Unlock Expands to Five Additional States and Appoints Chief Growth Officer
Unlock expands its home equity agreements (HEAs) to five new states: Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, New Hampshire, and Wyoming, offering more options for homeowners.
Rithm Plans Acquisition of $1 Billion in Home Improvement Loans
Asset manager secures $1 billion in home improvement loans via a one-year flow agreement with fintech firm Upgrade, enhancing lending strategies and market reach.
Argyle and LenderLogix Collaborate on Automated Verification Solutions
Discover how Argyle's integration with LenderLogix enhances the LiteSpeed platform, enabling seamless direct verification for mutual customers in mortgage lending.
RE/MAX and Magnite Collaborate on Commerce Media Initiatives
RE/MAX partners with Magnite to optimize its digital inventory and leverage first-party home buyer data for enhanced monetization strategies.
CrossCountry Mortgage Facing Allegations of RESPA Violations and Kickbacks
Six lawsuits allege that CrossCountry Mortgage paid Raleigh Realty $15,000 monthly during 2021-2022 for exclusive client referrals, raising compliance concerns.
Trigger lead ban bill progresses to the President’s desk for approval.
The Homebuyers Privacy Protection Act (H.R. 2808) advances in the Senate, enhancing privacy measures for homebuyers, a significant shift for private lenders.