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NEXA Lending sues former president over ’employee raid’
NEXA Lending is accusing former employees of orchestrating an “employee raid,” misuse of confidential data and breach of contracts.
How Las Vegas sellers are adjusting prices in a changing real estate market
Nearly 40% of Las Vegas homes had price cuts last week as inventory rises to 3.4 months and absorption outpaces new listings.
San Diego sellers hold firm on pricing as homes linger 50% longer than last year
Sellers in San Diego hold prices steady as homes linger 50% longer and absorption drops 37% year-over-year.
ICE: Lower mortgage rates open the door to $11.2T in home equity access
Declining mortgage rates are creating new volume opportunities across the mortgage industry, according to the November 2025 ICE Mortgage Monitor Report.
Zillow faces lawsuit alleging illegal kickbacks in mortgage business
Zillow sued for allegedly using illegal kickbacks to steer buyers to Zillow Home Loans in violation of RESPA and consumer protection laws.
Stewart acquires MCS’s mortgage services business for $330 million
Stewart Information Services Corp. has entered into an agreement to acquire the mortgage services of property preservation provider Mortgage Contracting Services (MCS) for $330 million.
Why fiduciary duty and communication matter more than ever in real estate
Explore best practices for transparency and ethics in real estate agent compensation discussions.
Alexander brothers detail defamation claims against The Real Deal
The Alexanders sue The Real Deal for allegedly false reporting in its coverage of sexual assault allegations against the brothers.
Propy acquires Delta South Title, marking entrance into Alabama
The company said this acquisition is part of its recently announced acquisition and AI-makeover strategy aimed at achieving a $1B evaluation.
Why title insurance is essential to secure, affordable homeownership
The Federal Reserve’s decision this month to cut its benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points was encouraging news for Americans eager to become homeowners. Although mortgage rates aren’t set by the Fed, they are impacted by its policy changes. Indeed, prior to — and in anticipation of — the Fed’s announcement, mortgage rates fell to their lowest level since October 2024, with the 30-year fixed rate dropping to 6.39% — spurring a 29% spike in mortgage loan applications.
Tech Pulse: Mortgage leaders stress forward thinking
Discover the latest tech trends in real estate such as AI, crypto, digital identity tools and cybersecurity challenges.
Suspected $100M real estate fraud scheme uncovered in Baltimore
Investors are accused of taking out $100 million in DSCR loans from dozens of private lenders — using projected rental income as collateral.
PAVE task force 2.0? Senate Democrat introduces appraisal bias legislation
The Trump administration has “effectively disbanded” the PAVE task force, but Sen. Raphael Warnock of Georgia wants to revive it.
Trump administration ‘effectively disbands’ the PAVE task force
The Trump administration announced Thursday that it has ended the major policy provisions of the Biden-era PAVE task force.
Judge denies Appraisal Institute’s motion to dismiss wrongful termination suit
The Appraisal Institute’s motion to dismiss a former employee’s wrongful termination lawsuit was denied by a judge in Illinois.
