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UWM’s Mat Ishbia, Phoenix Suns sued by minority owners over records dispute
Minority investors in the NBA’s Phoenix Suns have filed a lawsuit against the team and its majority owner, Mat Ishbia. They allege being denied access to internal records, including those tied to the funding of a practice facility.
Lisa Cook files suit against Trump, Powell and Fed Board of Governors
The lawsuit follows Trump’s announcement on Monday that he was attempting to fire Cook over allegations she committed occupancy fraud.
Coldwell Banker Realty adds top agent Mary Bee
In 2024, Bee closed 27 transactions totaling more than $74.2 million in sales volume — and has surpassed $1 billion over her 40-year career.
Reverse mortgage veteran Dino Guadagnino joins Guaranteed Rate Affinity as regional VP
The 22-year reverse mortgage industry veteran will spearhead educational outreach and forward mortgage partnerships, the company said.
Colorado’s surging median age is attributed to aging in place
The data comes from the state demographer in a conversation with the Colorado Sun about evolving dynamics for an aging population.
Extreme weather and high insurance costs pose foreclosure risk
A First Street report outlines the foreclosure risk stemming from extreme climate events and the rising costs of insurance.
Judge strikes John Davis’s ‘scandalous’ filing in RICO suit against Keller Williams
The filing states that a Keller Mortgage employee was fired after she reported alleged sexual misconduct by Gary Keller’s son, John Keller.
GOP tax bill draft draws praise from NAR
The bill increases the Qualified Business Income deduction from 20% to 23%, benefiting independent contractors and small-business owners.
Young brokerages have explosive growth, but franchisers remain on top
Franchisees maintain their independent identity while staying part of a vast network of resources in a rapidly shifting industry.
