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Tech Pulse: Mortgage leaders stress forward thinking
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Slocum Home Team joins eXp Realty after 76 years in Rhode Island
The team has served more than 249 families in the past year — representing more than $109 million in sales volume, leaders said.
Compass adds the Salaverri Windsor Group in Florida
The team has more than 30 years of combined experience in real estate — generating more than $450 million in residential sales.
Analysts split on what happens next with Rocket–Mr. Cooper servicing book
The regulator imposed a 20% cap on Fannie and Freddie servicing exposure, raising questions about how much room Rocket has to expand.
Texans Credit Union announces 105% LTV financing option
The credit union introduced three new loan options to spur home purchase activity at a time when many homebuyers are sidelined.
UWM’s Mat Ishbia, Phoenix Suns sued by minority owners over records dispute
Minority investors in the NBA’s Phoenix Suns have filed a lawsuit against the team and its majority owner, Mat Ishbia. They allege being denied access to internal records, including those tied to the funding of a practice facility.
MLS PIN settlement business practice changes go into effect Tuesday
Offers of cooperative compensation will be removed from MLS PIN’s platform of Tuesday, and new disclosure requirements will go live.
Survey finds generational divide on economy, housing market
On the housing market, 40% of respondents expect little change. Younger generations were more likely to hold neutral or positive views.