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The Great Stay: Why the US housing market is divided in two
The Great Stay is not just a housing story. The weak housing market is intertwined with a very unusual labor market.
Barron and Tessa Hilton join Compass
The couple, known for representing high-end properties and clients across Los Angeles, said the move will allow them to scale nationally.
Atlas VMS promotes Anneta Pope to chief brand officer
In her new role, she will advise on market intelligence and oversee the development of a unified brand strategy as the company expands.
Crebrid’s Tim Jordan shares plans to scale business in RTL space
Dallas-based Crebrid, formerly known as Wildcat Lending, originated nearly $2 billion in residential transition loans over the past decade.
Freddie Mac’s profits fall 14% in Q2 as credit loss provisions climb
The GSE’s portfolio growth and first-time homebuyer activity lifted volume, but rising reserves cut profits and net revenue.
Trump signs VA foreclosure prevention bill into law
The VA Home Loan Program Reform Act establishes a permanent partial claims program designed to help veterans avoid foreclosure.
NWMLS says it has ‘no duty to deal’ with Compass
The brokerage and the MLS are continuing to trade barbs as NWMLS replies to Compass’s response to the MLS’s motion to dismiss
Talking the talk: Real estate’s communication makeover
The real estate industry has been tested these past few years. Those who thrive understand the importance of communication.
Anywhere sees ‘units up, prices up’ in July as luxury sales surge
The company reported second-quarter revenue of $1.7 billion, a $13 million increase from the same period last year.