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Coldwell Banker Realty merges with Exprop Realty, expanding New York presence
In merging with the Mahopac, New York-based firm, Coldwell Banker Realty gains its first Putnam County office.
As other markets tighten, Memphis remains a bargain for buyers
Memphis home buyers gain leverage as inventory grows 18% and homes take 84 days to sell, keeping prices well below state and national medians.
Guild sees Q3 revenue surge to $307.4M ahead of Bayview transaction
Ahead of its Bayview transaction, Guild Holdings posted a Q3 2025 revenue of $307.4 million, up from $279.4 million in Q2 2025.
Freddie Mac’s earnings slowly ticking back up amid credit losses
Freddie Mac’s Q3 2025 earnings show while net income increased from last quarter to $2.8 billion, there is still a year-over-year decline.
Redefining lending success: Fintech–nonprofit partnerships and the future of mortgage access
In today’s rapidly evolving financial landscape, mortgage lenders and servicers are facing intense pressure to expand access to credit while maintaining sustainable risk practices. A growing strategy to meet this challenge is the rise of fintech–nonprofit partnerships. These collaborations not only open new doors for underserved borrowers but also provide lenders with scalable tools to grow and retain their customer base. The emerging trend suggests a shift from viewing underserved consumers as high-risk to seeing them as future-ready homeowners with the right support.
Fed delivers another 25-bps rate cut. Mortgage lenders prepare to scale up
Monetary policy watchers expect another cut in December, which — combined with a shift in the Fed’s balance-sheet strategy — could bring additional relief to mortgage rates, which are now at their lowest levels of the year.
CoStar can’t stop talking about Zillow as Homes.com growth surges
Zillow was a main character on CoStar Group’s Q3 earnings call, even as Homes.com reported record growth for the quarter.
Zillow adds in-app messaging to chat with ‘co-shoppers’
Users can invite a partner, roommate or friend to their in-app inbox to coordinate their home search together.
The AI advantage: How real estate industry leaders can get ahead in a digital market
Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer a future promise in real estate. It’s here, measurable, and rapidly transforming how professionals work. From agents juggling client demands to lenders navigating compliance and efficiency pressures, AI is already proving itself both a pressure valve and a performance accelerator.
Diane Tomb out, Chris Morton in as CEO of ALTA
Morton, who previously served as ALTA’s senior vice president of public affairs and chief advocacy officer, succeeds Diane Tomb.
Blend sells Title365 to Covius Services
Blend acquired Title365 from Mr. Cooper for $422 million in 2021. It will continue to use the platform for title and closing services.
Pennsylvania lawmakers target protections against deed fraud
Provisions would strengthen the legal standing of fraud victims, ensuring they have a defined process to challenge the theft.
Appraisers give HUD an earful during bias roundtable
Appraisers had a chance to take questions directly to the Department of Housing and Urban Development, during a roundtable discussion on appraisal bias. HW+ Premium Content
Break Out: The Future of Valuations
Big changes are afoot in the valuation space. Will hybrid appraisals become the new norm? Are the GSEs going to expand the use of appraisal waivers? HW+ Premium Content.
