UWM to Acquire Two Harbors, Significantly Expanding Servicing Portfolio
United Holding Corp. plans to acquire Two Harbors Investment Corp. in an all-stock transaction valued at $1.3 billion, redefining the real estate investment landscape.
ERA Real Estate Affiliate Expands with North Texas Acquisition
A major brokerage acquisition integrates two offices and close to 100 agents, now operating under the 24Fifteen ERA Powered brand, expanding market reach.
Mortgage Appraisal Threshold Established at $34,200
The 2026 threshold for higher-priced mortgage loans rises to $34,200, driven by a 2.1% increase in the Consumer Price Index for Urban Wage Earners.
Compass projects stabilization in the housing market by 2026.
The U.S. housing market is projected to stabilize following years of slow sales and high prices, offering insights for private lenders and investment strategies.
Mortgage Groups Support CFPB’s ECOA Revisions Amid Consumer Group Opposition
The CFPB's recent proposal addresses changes to disparate impact regulations and Special Purpose Credit Programs under Regulation B, impacting lender practices.
Google Enters Competitive Landscape with MLS Listings in Selected Cities
Google is testing embedded home listings in mobile search, raising questions among private lenders about implications for portal stocks and market dynamics.
Sweeney revises lawsuit against AIME, adds UWM as a defendant.
Katie Sweeney’s amended lawsuit against AIME and UWM claims financial misconduct and contract interference, raising significant concerns for private lenders.
CoStar and Zillow Copyright Infringement Case Progresses to the West
A federal judge has transferred the CoStar copyright lawsuit against Zillow to Seattle, prioritizing witness convenience and alignment with related cases.
Trump’s Previous Mortgages Resemble Current ‘Fraud’ Allegations
Trump's 1990s mortgage signings as primary residences raise questions about conduct now prosecuted by his administration, highlighting inconsistencies in policy.
Real Estate Highlights and Low Points from the Recent Week
Homebuyers increasingly overlook mortgage options, foreclosure rates climb, and Zohran Mamdani makes headlines with his unconventional new home.