Chris Kelly outlines his objectives in leading HomeServices of America.
Kelly has been appointed as the new president and CEO of HomeServices, succeeding Gino Blefari, who guided the company for the last five years.
NAHREP: Housing Market Risks Linked to Opposition Against Private Listings
NAHREP advocates for legal measures to ensure equitable access to property information, highlighting potential threats to the housing market from private listings.
March Sees Decline in Housing Starts
Single-family housing completions increased to 1.029 million in March, indicating a slight growth trend. Explore the latest insights on housing starts.
eXp Realty Introduces Advisory Form for Sellers of Private Listings
eXp Realty has introduced an open-source advisory form to assist sellers considering private listings, providing valuable resources for agents and brokers.
Equity Smart Home Loans Ends UWM Partnership, Collaborates with Rocket
Pablo Martinez, CEO, reveals the shift from UWM to Rocket was driven by pricing factors, highlighting market dynamics over political influences in lending decisions.
ARM Applications Hit Peak Levels Since Late 2023
Adjustable-rate mortgages now account for 9.6% of all applications, marking the highest activity level since late 2023, indicating shifting borrower preferences.
FinCEN Extends Geographic Targeting Orders for Real Estate Transactions
FinCEN's renewed Geographic Targeting Orders aim to bolster transparency in real estate transactions, impacting private lending strategies and compliance.
Friday Harbor Secures Seed Funding for AI Mortgage Platform
Funding will enhance engineering capabilities and facilitate integrations with top mortgage LOS and point-of-sale systems, driving innovation in lending solutions.
Redfin Addresses Delayed Real Estate Listings from the CCP
Redfin has halted the posting of listings that were previously marketed outside of MLS and IDX feeds, impacting visibility for private lenders and agents.
House Proposes Legislation to Decrease Mortgage Insurance Premiums
Trade groups such as the Mortgage Bankers Association may soon see progress in their efforts to address mortgage insurance premiums, potentially easing financial burdens.