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How many listings have been impacted by Zillow’s new policy?
Zillow’s listing access standards went into full effect on Monday. The company says only a “small” number of listings have been impacted.
Doorify MLS joins Broker Public Portal as strategic investor
The Broker Public Portal is currently expanding its network of contributors and supporters as it prepares for a public relaunch.
eXp Realty introduces CRM of Choice program
The program offers agents the option to select one of three CRM platforms as part of their standard monthly fee.
Trump names Scott Turner the new HUD secretary
The former pro football player, motivational speaker and prior White House Opportunity and Revitalization Council member was named Friday.
Could the Trump transition delay some reverse mortgage policy decisions?
Ginnie Mae has shown speed in its work on HMBS 2.0, but the election could mean its arrival is beyond the control of current housing leaders.
Mortgage servicing strategies are undergoing a major transformation
The historically fragmented mortgage servicing space is changing due to an influx of large companies, presenting challenges for smaller ones.
Existing homes sales market falls again, market lacks sellers
“Home sellers are buyers” — this is a phrase that I have been using in my economic work to explain the reality of the housing market recently. Obviously, people don’t sell a home to be homeless. So, when home prices and mortgage rates rise so quickly, some sellers won’t list, which means they’re not buying […]
The Compass Cares Classic is serving up big donations for local charities
The Compass Cares program is the charitable arm of Compass, a real estate brokerage making big waves in the market.
Despite higher mortgage rates, inventory growth still slow
Mortgage rates hit a 21st-century high last week. Despite that, housing inventory growth was still slow. Purchase apps stay the same.
