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Is there a better way to avoid reverse mortgage foreclosures?
Even with options in place to prevent them, reverse mortgages can end in foreclosure. But Byron Batres thinks his company can offer a solution to reduce these outcomes.
MBA’s Bob Broeksmit sees risks in merging Fannie and Freddie
Broeksmit warned that creating a government-conferred monopoly would “diminish innovation and degrade service to market participants.”
Rocket launches bridge loans to make homebuying easier
Rocket Mortgage, the home lending arm of Rocket Companies, will now offer bridge loans, a short-term financing that helps homeowners tap into their equity while selling their current property.
nCino CMO indicted for grand larceny, stealing $6M from former employers
Michael Collins is accused of using two sham companies to siphon money from his employers between March 2016 and April 2024
House passes abusive trigger leads ban
A final rule is expected by the end of 2025.
Anywhere welcomes Barri Rafferty as chief communications officer
Barri Rafferty is joining Anywhere as the firm’s chief communications officer, leading public relations, communication, and events.
The juiciest details in Compass’s lawsuit against Zillow
Compass claims to have evidence that Zillow colluded with Redfin and eXp Realty on its listing standards policy
No hacks, just hustle: The truth about real estate success
You’re not too busy, you’re just avoiding the activities and accountability you need to have a thriving real estate business.
