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Homebuilder Century Communities expands into Nevada
Century Complete will introduce its online homebuying platform to Nevada, allowing home purchases through the company’s website.
NWMLS launches voice-activated home search tool
The platform — called Finding Homes — allows users to search listings using natural speech through Alexa-enabled devices or apps.
Where — and for whom — Trump’s higher SALT deduction cap has the most impact
Capping the SALT deduction effectively raises people’s taxes, but it doesn’t impact every taxpayer equally.
Windsor Mortgage CEO explores technology services, coaching in the wholesale market
HousingWire President Diego Sanchez sits down with Chris Vinson, CEO of Windsor Mortgage, a division of Plains Commerce Bank. The conversation covers Windsor’s growth and success in recent years, including its focus on wholesale lending, technology and coaching.
Hawaii bill seeking state-run reverse mortgage program appears dead for now
A bill seeking to establish a state-specific HECM program in Hawaii is likely dead until at least 2026, according to a sponsor lawmaker.
These are the functions of the HUD offices targeted for mass firings
The White House and key leaders aimed at cost-cutting inside the federal government have reportedly trained their eyes on the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), and that reporting suggests it is culminating in a series of cuts that could include as much as 50% of the department’s workforce of roughly 9,600 people. […]
Commission lawsuit plaintiff Sitzer launches flat fee real estate startup
Landian, which claims it is not a brokerage, allows homebuyers to select services from real estate agents and pay for them a la carte.
Are AI real estate agents the future for homebuyers? These firms think so
With the rapid improvement of AI technology coinciding with the business practice changes outlined in the NAR settlement, many in the proptech industry believe now is the right time for the rise of the AI agent.
The new normal? Evidence already suggests agent commission compression
While buy-side agents may believe lowering their rates will boost their business, it might not be the best long-term strategy.
