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FICO bypasses credit bureaus with new program for mortgage lenders
Fair Isaac Corp. (FICO) has launched a program allowing tri-merge resellers to calculate and distribute its scores directly to mortgage companies.
Fannie and Freddie waive some loan requirements amid shutdown
Government agencies and enterprises issued guidance on Wednesday for mortgage operations and servicing during the current government shutdown.
Why the FTC is targeting Zillow and Redfin’s rental deal
The government alleges the deal unlawfully transferred assets and eliminated competition, with claims spanning multiple antitrust statutes.
Trump’s GSE stock offering plan challenged by analysts
The valuation and timeline are seen as overly optimistic, with some estimates at half the proposed figure ahead of a planned IPO this year.
HousingWire AI Summit to address tech’s promise and pitfalls
HousingWire’s AI Summit takes place in Dallas on Aug. 12 and welcomes numerous industry leaders to share expert insights.
Trump plans IPO for Fannie, Freddie later this year
The Trump administration is planning on selling stock in Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac later this year, according to a report by MSN.
Coldwell Banker Warburg adds pair of New York teams
The firm has added 25 agents in recent months — reinforcing its growing influence in the competitive New York City real estate market.
Real estate agents are still missing the mark on price fixing post lawsuit
If the goal is to move away from price-fixing allegations, we can’t just play “hide the commission.” We have to let the market (buyers, sellers, and their agents) negotiate compensation like any other business
A year after the real estate commission changes, industry has dodged doomsday
Nearly a year after the NAR commission lawsuit settlement went into effect, industry leaders reflect on what’s changed — and what hasn’t.
