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Sun West files new lawsuit against FNB over reverse mortgage repurchases
Sun West Mortgage Co. (SWM) has filed a lawsuit against First National Bank of Pennsylvania (FNB) for failing to repurchase two reverse mortgages worth more than $850,000 from Fannie Mae.
NEXA expands lawsuit against former employee, adds defendants
NEXA Lending expands its lawsuit against former employees, alleging trade secret theft and contract violations.
‘Where’s the money?’ Broker working group pushes NAR for clarity on spending
The broker working group argues that the delayed financial disclosures show the trade group needs structural reform to rebuild trust.
Tammy Richards joins NEXA Lending as chief strategy officer
Tammy Richards joins NEXA Lending as chief strategy officer, aiming to drive national expansion and strategic growth.
Rocket trims workforce after completing Mr. Cooper acquisition
Rocket closed the $14.2 billion acquisition in early October — about 51% higher than the valuation announced in March — after completing all necessary approvals.
Tech Pulse: Are MLS policies built for the ChatGPT era?
Discover how ChatGPT, smart search and innovative lending tools are revolutionizing the industry in our Tech Pulse roundup.
Tech Pulse: Are MLS policies built for the ChatGPT era?
Discover how ChatGPT, smart search and innovative lending tools are revolutionizing the industry in our Tech Pulse roundup.
The $79 trillion shift: How lost wages are fueling the housing crisis
Findings suggest affordability isn’t just about the cost of homes — it’s about worker wages and who controls the flow of housing capital.
10 powerful strategies to dominate the real estate market in Q4
The fourth quarter of the year can be the most important one for your real estate business. It’s the final stretch before the new year, the time when many agents either fade out or double down. Those who fade out say things like, “The holidays are coming, nobody’s buying or selling.” The ones who double down understand that while other agents are slowing […]
First American Title has a new direct division president
The big four title firm has appointed Jim Dulle to direct division president as current president Janette Waller is set to retire in March.
UWM, Better join Fannie Mae’s controversial title insurance waiver pilot
UWM and Better have joined Fannie Mae’s pilot program that waives lender title insurance requirements for certain refinance transactions.
Title insurers look to shed ‘junk fee’ image under Trump
Title insurance experts offer their thoughts on how the new Trump administration may shake things up for the industry.
