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‘I want one source’: Consolidation is picking up in the MLS space
MLS industry leaders agree that the space is ripe for consolidation, but they also say there are numerous hurdles to overcome.
Zillow: US housing shortage hit 4.7 million in 2023
Persistent shortages continue to drive the national housing affordability crisis and limit access to homeownership.
GTCR purchases majority stake in Clear Capital
In tandem with the investment, Scott Happ has joined Clear Capital’s board of directors and will serve as an active director and adviser.
Lawmakers, housing groups react to Scott Turner’s HUD confirmation hearing
Lawmakers and housing trade groups reacted to Scott Turner’s confirmation hearing to lead HUD, with many saying they’re poised to work with him on housing issues.
Reverse mortgage servicing safeguard might help LA borrowers
A 2023 safeguard introduced in reverse mortgage servicing software could help borrowers in Los Angeles avoid foreclosure.
Mortgage applications for new homes are 9% higher than a year ago
MBA builder application survey data for December highlighted 9% year-over-year growth in loan applications for new homes.
Judge closes, then reopens Nosalek commission lawsuit court docket
Judge Patti Saris granted the Nosalek plaintiffs’ motion to stay the case but reopened the court docket to accommodate DOJ filing deadline.
ICE strikes multiyear deal with MLS-owned REdistribute
The deal expands ICE’s data coverage to more than 90% of U.S. residential real estate listings
