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$700M Silicon Valley brokerage joins ERA Real Estate
Founded in 2014, the firm recorded nearly $700 million in sales volume in 2024, according to RealTrends Verified.
FOA launches new stock offering in Texas
The newly launched equities exchange is headquartered in Dallas and FOA will be among the handful of founding members.
Ex-Fannie Mae employees accuse leadership of defamation in new lawsuit
Two lawsuits filed Monday cite public comments by Bill Pulte on X and in media interviews, as well as statements from Priscilla Almodovar in a news release, alleging the terminations were tied to fraud.
Checkr, Inc. to acquire employment verification platform Truework
Founded by Ryan Sandler, Ethan Winchell and Victor Kabdebon in 2017, Truework was most recently valued at around $480 million.
HUD makes it official — it will seek new headquarters
After recent reports telegraphed the move, HUD has officially stated it will seek a new location for its headquarters.
How mortgage lender stocks have fared since ‘Liberation Day’
After President Donald Trump unveiled his aggressive global tariff regime, mortgage lender stocks have fallen dramatically.
eXp Realty, Movoto collaborate on agent support platform
The platform, Lever by Movoto, aims to assist eXp’s U.S. agents by streamlining business operations and minimizing administrative tasks.
Luxury Presence releases hub for off-market home sales
The platform allows agents to decide how and when to share listings, from limiting visibility to their brokerage to broadening exposure across the Luxury Presence network.
Fathom introduces ‘Elevate’ agent program with 20% commission split
The initiative, available to all Fathom Realty agents, includes a 20% commission split and offers services designed to streamline operations.
