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Consumer-permissioned is the future. Is your business ready?
You’ve built a lending process that works. Your team is efficient, your systems are dialed in and you’ve invested in technology to stay competitive. But if you still rely on credit reports, static databases or third-party records that borrowers didn’t explicitly authorize, you’re not as modern as you think.
Miami has the world’s biggest housing bubble. Local experts reject that label
Experts say the report ignores key Miami market drivers — from a high percentage of all-cash transactions to strong job growth.
NAR unveils new value proposition as it looks ahead
NAR CEO Nykia Wright discussed how NAR is aiming for increased transparency as she unveiled parts of its 2026-2028 Strategic Plan.
Pennymac correspondent division announces new non-QM offerings
Pennymac said it will retain servicing on all non-QM products, which will be available through its TPO channel starting in Q4 2025.
Mortgage rates aren’t low enough to spur application activity
Refinance applications saw a small increase, driven by FHA and VA refinance applications, but conventional refinances declined.
US homeowner count drops for first time since 2016
The median U.S. home sale price in July increased 1.4% from a year earlier to $443,867, the highest level on record for that month.
Restb.ai enhances MLS Tools with compliance solution to adhere to NAR commission settlement
The company is launching an AI-power document checker that identifies potential risks tied to buyer agent compensation language.
Bright MLS launches tech tool suite Bright Solutions
Bright looks to sell tech solutions its been providing its own subscribers to other industry players, and MLS Now is its first customer.
