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Compass, Zillow iron out lawsuit discovery terms
The two parties are working to agree to the terms of the expedited discovery for Compass’s motion for preliminary injunction.
MoxiWorks Founder York Baur joins Lone Wolf as chief industry relations officer
Lone Wolf Technologies has named York Baur its new Chief Industry Relations Officer, bringing one of the real estate industry’s most recognized tech leaders into its executive team.
TD Bank, Flagstar Bank closing dozens of branches across the country
Toronto-based TD Bank and Hicksville, New York-based Flagstar Bank have announced plans to shutter numerous branches across several states.
Bill Pulte pledges to scrutinize ‘underperforming’ Fannie and Freddie, root out mortgage fraud
FHFA Director Bill Pulte is wasting no time in making a splash with Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, and the GSEs may soon get the DOGE treatment.
Rising production expenses hit IMB profits in Q4 2024
Including all business lines, 61% of the firms in the report posted pre-tax net financial profits in Q4 2024, down from 71% in Q3 2024.
Redfin accused of patent infringement in new lawsuit
The lawsuit was filed in U.S. District Court in Seattle by Virtual Creative Artists over two patents issued in 2016.
Trade groups support reintroduced small-business tax deduction bill
The tax bill would codify a provision currently set to expire later this year, and features support from more than 200 business groups.
Existing-home sales finish a dismal year on a high note
Existing home sales finished 2024 on a high note at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.24 million, a 9.3% annual increase.
