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Plaintiffs’ attorneys are checking on NAR settlement compliance
Counsel for the settlement class sent letters to 25 MLSs and Realtor associations, asking for proof of compliance with the settlement.
Colorado homeowner who went viral launches AI seller platform
Mike Chambers, who drew attention on social media while attempting to sell his house on his own, has taken matters into his own hands.
What will happen to mortgage rates after inflation went up?
Headwinds for mortgage pricing arrived Tuesday in the form of rising inflation through the Consumer Price Index (CPI). Prices rose 2.7% on annualized basis in June, up from 2.4% growth in May, and the news likely ends the faint hopes of a Federal Reserve interest rate cut later this month.
New CFPB director Bessent orders agency to stop working
In his first official action as acting director of the CFPB, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent ordered staffers to stop working.
PA judge decides reverse mortgage gets first-priority in foreclosure dispute
A reverse mortgage does in fact have first-priority lien status in a foreclosure in Pennsylvania, according to a reversal in the state’s superior court.
More homebuyers seek government-backed loans as an affordability lifeline
According to data compiled by John Burns, FHA and VA loans represented 34% of the market in 2024, up from less than 30% in 2022.
Keller Williams rescinds changes to its profit-sharing program
Last year, Keller Williams announced changes to its profit-sharing program, which have since become the subject of several lawsuits.
Former rivals become partners as Mynd merges with Roofstock
The companies will combine under the Roofstock name, with Gary Beasley remaining as CEO and Doug Brien assuming the role of president
Santa Monica: An unexpected haven for first-time buyers
Santa Monica’s high list prices aren’t scaring off first-time buyers, many of whom are getting help from family for their down payment.
