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eXp’s Glenn Sanford fires back at Compass over private listings
While eXp is not a defendant in Compass’s suit, Sanford, whose firm is named as a co-conspirator, says he is following things closely.
Trump’s assault on DEI hasn’t ended federal efforts to stop appraisal bias
While the Trump administration has rolled back many regulations around appraisal bias, some remain in place.
Stable mortgage rate environment reshapes how LOs engage with borrowers
In a rare period of rate stability, lenders say that borrower mindsets — not numbers — may unlock market momentum.
Could Kamala Harris’ ambitious housing plan actually pass? Maaaybe
A historic rise in home prices and nearly three years of high mortgage rates have put housing issues front and center in the 2024 presidential campaign. Kamala Harris has outlined an ambitious vision for housing that would involve the construction of 3 million new homes in four years.
Fannie and Freddie aren’t going private anytime soon, Mark Calabria says
The former FHFA director said that Donald Trump will try to privatize the GSEs if he’s reelected, but the move won’t happen in 2025.
UWM will use AI to tap into refi pools
United Wholesale Mortgage launched KEEP, which uses artificial intelligence to send pre-validated refinance opportunities to consumers.
Housing Market Tracker: Inventory and purchase applications data fall together
Purchase applications fell 10% and housing inventory decreased by 8,664 units last week, according to the Housing Market Tracker.
HousingWire Magazine: The ‘Servicing’ Issue
The February issue has long focused on servicing. This year, we dive into the latest trends in mortgage defaults.
