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Rocket revamps real estate arm, moves home search to Redfin
Users who visit the Rocket Homes website are now met with a message stating they “can search for homes on Rocket until August 4.” After that, they will be redirected to Redfin’s platform, which will serve as Rocket’s primary home search tool.
Douglas Elliman doesn’t want private listings to be the norm
Despite a slow second quarter, Douglas Elliman recorded its strongest first half of the year since 2022.
LPT Realty, Aperture Global book their spot on the Nasdaq ticker
LPT Realty has emerged as an independent powerhouse — posting the fastest growth in sides and volume in the RealTrends Verified 2025 rankings.
UWM won’t charge LLPAs on certain government loans through May
UWM’s program applies to gov’t loans for borrowers with a FICO score of 600 or higher.
FHA restricts loan eligibility to US citizens and permanent residents
FHA has issued guidance that US citizenship or permanent residency status will be required for borrowers across all of its loan programs.
Purchase applications see slight uptick due to FHA demand
MBA’s Joel Kan says that last week’s purchase activity was driven primarily by a 6% increase in FHA applications.
Alexander brothers seek more than $50M for their Miami waterfront mansions
The Alexander brothers are quietly shopping their Miami homes. Tal and Oren Alexander have employed former agents at their defunct brokerage, Official Partners, to solicit bids for waterfront mansions as their legal and financial woes mount, according to a report by The Wall Street Journal.
Compass acquires luxury brokerage in Washington, D.C.
Compass has added to its roster in the nation’s capital. The brokerage has acquired Washington Fine Properties (WFP), a luxury real estate brokerage located in the Washington, D.C., metropolitan area.
Brokers struggle to scale the brick wall of membership agreements
Real estate professionals in four states have filed lawsuits over Realtor memberships tied to MLS access, reminiscent of the 1970s and ‘80s.
