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Senate passes ROAD to Housing Act to boost housing supply
The Senate’s inclusion of the ROAD to Housing Act in the NDAA marks a significant step in addressing housing supply and affordability..
Fifth Third grows mortgage lending to $5.2B, plans Southern expansion
The Cincinnati-based bank, already a top 10 mortgage servicer, said it has grown market share in 90% of its key markets this year as it continues to expand its mortgage operations.
RE/MAX, Keller Williams lead brands in first-ever RealTrends Verified City rankings
The 2025 RealTrends Verified City Rankings offer unprecedented insight into local real estate markets. See how 57,389 top agents and teams perform in cities nationwide.
CFPB moves to limit nonbank supervision with new ‘risk to consumers’ definition
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) this week proposed a new definition for “risks to consumers” when supervising nonbanks.
New American Funding introduces affiliated insurance agency
The insurance services arm is partnering with more than 50 insurance carriers across all 50 states to offer a full range of products.
Purchase applications see strongest data in over a month
Despite purchase applications’ rebound, a slight shift in mortgage rates led to pullback in refinance applications
Housing industry groups are fighting the surge in homeowners insurance costs
As the cost of homeowners insurance rises, state mortgage and Realtor trade associations are working with legislators to enact changes
What every first-time homebuyer must know about interest rates
First-time homeownership is not just about mortgage rates or timing the market. It’s about building a life.
Build a real estate team that withstands market volatility
The key to a resilient real estate team is leadership that offers a foundation of clarity and integrity.
