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PHH Mortgage unveils revamped non-QM options
PHH Mortgage introduces FlexIQ, a new non-QM product suite, to enhance non-agency offerings and support diverse borrowers.
Los Angeles home prices level off as new listings trend lower
Los Angeles home prices show signs of softening as new listings trend below current medians. HW Data tracks activity last week.
NY couple claims Zillow, First Street’s climate risk data harmed home sale
Andrew and Eri Uerkwitz claim that their property’s flood risk rating on Zillow caused prospective buyers to pass on their home.
August jobs report looms large for mortgage rates
Housing affordability has improved this summer and the purchase market could benefit this fall if interest rate policy becomes more favorable.
Figure announces launch of IPO, looks to raise $526M
The company has applied to list its shares on the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the ticker symbol “FIGR.”
MegaStar Financial Services appoints Mickey Schilling as Chief Revenue Officer
Schilling comes to MegaStar after serving in several positions at Highland Mortgage, including chief strategy officer.
Maverick Systems forms advisory board to guide real estate data expansion
The move comes as the company extends its data coverage to 25 MLS markets, representing about one-quarter of all U.S. Realtors.
HomeAdvantage forms advisory board with credit union leaders
The group will work to exchange best practices, identify opportunities and provide input on referral programs.
Crittora launches secure real estate document delivery tool
The American Land Title Association estimates that one in three real estate transactions are targeted for wire fraud attempts.
