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The Optimal Blue lawsuit: Data transparency or market manipulation?
Mortgage-pricing data has gone digital. But when does transparency turn into coordination?
In early October 2025, mortgage-technology provider Optimal Blue and three major lenders were sued in a proposed class-action alleging price-fixing and market manipulation in U.S. mortgage rates. At the center of the case is a question that goes well beyond one software firm: when does sharing data make markets fairer, and when does it quietly tilt them?
Another Fed rate cut to finish 2025? Not so fast
The odds that the Federal Reserve will cut benchmark interest rates again in December are still high — but not as high as they were before last week’s cut.
Century 21 merger creates tri-state service net
With the merger, the combined company totals 11 offices and approximately 275 independent agents across three states.
Fannie Mae forecasts lower mortgage rates ahead, bump in originations
Fannie Mae’s Economic and Strategic Research (ESR) Group slightly lowered its mortgage rate outlook in October, now projecting rates to end 2025 at 6.3%, down from the 6.4% forecast in September.
Memo reportedly undercuts mortgage fraud allegations against Letitia James
Prosecutors reviewing the mortgage occupancy fraud case against New York Attorney General Letitia James determined there is evidence that undercuts the allegations against her, according to an ABC News report based on sources.
IDIQ names Robin Clayton VP of marketing
Clayton will oversee marketing strategy and growth initiatives, expanding IDIQ’s presence in the mortgage and housing industries.
It’s time for a federal housing policy reset
Trace the journey of federal housing policy from the 1970s to 2020s and how the future of affordable housing initiatives needs to be reset.
‘Relentless competitiveness’ is the key to this NYC real estate team’s success
Ravi Kantha’s eponymous team is one of the top in New York and he credits their competitive drive and focus on customer service.
Scottsdale’s luxury standout: Realtor Nicole Demas on rising to the top and lifting others along the way
In the midst of a fast-paced career, Demas has become a vocal advocate for women’s health — especially during Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
California Best Title to pay $150K in incentives settlement
State investigators found that marketing representatives Jonathan Golden and Joshua Meador provided incentives to real estate agents to steer business to the company — a practice known as illegal inducement.
Allied Title & Escrow releases new lead generation software
Arlington, Virginia-based Allied Title & Escrow has launched a new software platform, Allied Title Toolbox, that’s designed to assist real estate agents with lead generation, market analysis and client engagement.
Fannie Mae’s title waiver pilot program, one year later
The future of Fannie Mae’s title insurance waiver pilot remains uncertain under new federal leadership, despite cost savings for borrowers.
