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How will mortgage rates respond to more turmoil at the Fed?
Mortgage rates have been moving lower lately, but no one was sure how the financial markets would digest an escalating battle at the Fed.
MBA outlines Buy Now, Pay Later underwriting concerns in FHA letter
MBA’s Aug. 25 letter warned that BNPL debt could hinder FHA loan eligibility and heighten FHA’s financial risk.
RE/MAX introduces AI-powered marketing for agents
The platform provides access to tools such as automated listing packages, customizable advertisements and performance dashboards.
FOA president talks business progress amid strong Q1 earnings
FOA President Kristen Sieffert highlighted some of the company’s business progress in Q1, new marketing moves and an executive promotion.
Americans are living longer — but they aren’t prepared for retirement impacts
Outliving retirement savings could put financial security at risk as American life expectancy grows, the research suggests.
BOK Financial launches mortgage finance line of business
The team will be led by Donnie Martin and will have an initial focus on warehouse lending.
Reba McEntire joins Realtor.com marketing campaign targeting struggling homebuyers
The campaign incorporates sitcom-style ads that draw on real experiences and attempt to ease the emotional toll of the homebuying process.
Compass introduces ‘Family Office’ division for ultra-wealthy clients
The new division will focus on providing strategic, long-term real estate services to individuals and entities managing significant wealth.
Top Texas real estate team joins eXp
The acquired agency, which includes roughly 80 agents, finished 2024 with $338 million in sales volume and more than 900 homes sold.
