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Rechat, Loft47 partner to streamline brokerage operations
The integration allows deals created in Rechat to flow into Loft47’s back office for compliance checks, accounting and commission processing.
Blend Labs unveils AI system for lending
Blend Labs introduces Intelligent Origination, an AI system designed to automate and enhance the lending process.
FHA refinance applications rise 12% amid mixed mortgage rates
Purchase applications declined for the third consecutive week but remained 20% ahead of last year’s pace, MBA reported.
Refinance wave builds with Fed rate cut on the horizon, but how big will it be?
Mortgage rates at their lowest levels in nearly a year are driving a wave of refinance opportunities for lenders ahead of the Federal Reserve’s expected rate cut in September.
Stephen Miran may join the Fed before the next vote on interest rates
Trump and other officials are keen to install Miran ahead of next week’s Federal Open Market Committee vote on interest rates as the president continues his battle with Fed Chair Jerome Powell.
Texas broker wants membership dues waived pending her appeal
Eytalis is seeking a temporary restraining order preventing the association and MLS defendants from enforcing their membership policies.
FirstTeam continues national expansion, enters Washington state
The California-based firm welcomes Dori Glass, a former sales manager at Compass to lead its Seattle area operation.
