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Arkansas, Idaho metros lead the pack for new-home construction
Realtor.com ranked 100 metros for their new-home share of listings, pricing compared to existing homes, climate risk and buyer demand.
How to guide real estate buyers through mortgage rate changes
In September, it’s likely the Fed will lower rates, but constantly shifting rates can be difficult for homebuyers to comprehend. Here’s a guide.
Alanna.ai wants to help title agents with the new FinCEN rules
The AI firm launched enhancements to its Smart Forms designed to take some of the hassle out of the new reporting requirements
Where does Jonathan McKernan’s CFPB nomination stand?
The nominee to become the next CFPB director may get a Senate vote later than was previously indicated, according to one housing insider.
Redwood gains ground with jumbos, defends GSE privatization efforts
Redwood Trust is expanding its role as a liquidity provider in the jumbo space while policymakers continue to debate the future of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.
FirstHome IQ and Crib Equity partner to address down payment challenges
Crib Equity’s model matches borrowers’ down payments as an investment rather than a loan, eliminating additional debt burdens for first-time homebuyers.
Place buys Remine for $1.5 million in cash at auction
Founded in 2015, Remine was purchased in 2021 by Unlock MLS, First MLS, Miami Realtors’ MLS and Heartland MLS for $53.5 million.
Alexander brothers settle breach of contract lawsuit with Side
Side and Official Partners settled a breach of contract lawsuit in which Side accused the Alexanders of defaulting on a loan.
Zillow’s Follow Up Boss changing API call recording, text access
The Zillow-owned CRM announced Thursday that the only companies not impacted by the change were Ylopo, MaverickRE and Shilo.ai.
