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MaxHome.AI raises $5 million to streamline real estate transactions 

The platform focuses on automating tasks such as document management, compliance and transaction coordination.

Real estate veteran launches Best of Raleigh lifestyle platform 

Best of Raleigh will feature recommendations on dining, wellness, design and cultural events, along with profiles of local businesses.

‘It’s complicated:’ brokers talk navigating MLS relationships at CMLS 

At CMLS 2025, industry leaders stress that MLSs must support broker success, streamline rules, and prioritize efficiency over add-on tools.

Long-term health care costs are exploding. A reverse mortgage could help 

As the U.S. population ages, many families are facing long-term care (LTC) issues. Most families either pay for it out of their savings or spend down these savings until they qualify for Medicaid.

FHFA plans to eliminate GSEs’ equitable housing finance plans 

The proposed rule repeal was published in the Federal Register on Monday, commencing a formal public comment period until Sept. 26, 2025.

Rithm Capital delays Newrez public listing, eyes M&A opportunities 

Newrez posted a 19% pretax return on its $5.8 billion in equity in Q2 2025. Funded loan volume totaled $16.3 billion.

Opendoor announces new home seller option amid meme stock craze 

Opendoor has a new offering it thinks will help entice more home sellers to the platform amid Reddit-fueled stock volatility

Redfin says the LA wildfires impacted $50B worth of homes 

Before the fires, the typical impacted home was valued at $3.7 million, with nearly 100 properties having values of more than $20 million.

Merger creates largest Realtor association in North Texas 

MetroTex and Collin County Area Realtors are merging, forming the largest Realtor association in North Texas.

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