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CrossCountry Mortgage settles sexual harassment case in Georgia
CrossCountry Mortgage, a branch manager in Georgia and a former employee have reached a settlement in a sexual harassment lawsuit.
Existing home sales surprise with positive growth in July
The NAR Existing home sales report in July exceeded monthly estimates and demonstrated year-over-year growth.
HUD announces Virginia disaster aid following presidential declaration
After a presidential disaster declaration in April, HUD is making relief options available for FHA-insured mortgages and other impacted entities.
Mortgage rates aren’t poised to plummet anytime soon
Mortgage leaders and economists are expressing cautious optimism even as the cost of a home loan remains higher than Americans would like.
Texas mortgage duo rallies industry, Aggies for ALS fundraiser
Houston mortgage duo Cissy and Christopher Larkin are channeling a four-year ALS battle into a widespread fundraiser.
Christina Pappas named president of Illustrated Properties
Pappas steps into the role following the departure of former president Daniel Dennis, who held the position for three years.
CRMLS says no to NAR’s delayed marketing policy
CRMLS said it won’t adopt the Multiple Listing Options for Sellers policy and will rely on existing systems it says fulfill the same purpose.
Renting becomes the new buying: Summer 2025 rental season sees unprecedented competition
Every year, rental professionals brace for what’s become a reliable annual rush: the summer surge. But 2025’s rental season may be one of the most competitive yet, as demand accelerates and listings move at record speed.
