Current News & Events
Compass and NWMLS Reach Settlement in Antitrust Lawsuit
NWMLS will offer a new “First Look” status beginning on Sept. 4 that will allow homeowners to market their properties as a Coming Soon listing. Continue Reading Compass and NWMLS Reach Settlement in Antitrust Lawsuit
A Phil Hall Op-Ed: Bill Pulte in Outer Space
Why is the director of the FHFA at the Johnson Space Center with the president? Continue Reading A Phil Hall Op-Ed: Bill Pulte in Outer Space
Prosperity Home Mortgage Expands into Servicing
“Buying a home may be one transaction, but homeownership is a journey that lasts for years,” said Chris Kelly, president and CEO of HomeServices of America. “ Continue Reading Prosperity Home Mortgage Expands into Servicing
Mortgage Application Activity Dips by 1%
The FHA share of total applications decreased to 16.2% from 17.1% the week prior. Continue Reading Mortgage Application Activity Dips by 1%
Mamdani Issues New Deadline on Pied-à-Terre Tax Appeals, Admits 1,200 Contacted in Error
The deadline for property owners to file for an exemption on the new tax has been moved back to Oct. 6. Continue Reading Mamdani Issues New Deadline on Pied-à-Terre Tax Appeals, Admits 1,200 Contacted in Error
Carrington Expands Non-QM Lending to Borrowers With FICO Scores as Low as 550
Carrington Mortgage Services expanded its Flexible Advantage non-QM program, including new options for certain eligible borrowers with FICO scores as low as 550. Continue Reading Carrington Expands Non-QM Lending to Borrowers With FICO Scores as Low as 550
eLEND Partners With Ready4Remodel to Bring AI Into Renovation Lending
eLEND is partnering with Ready4Remodel to give brokers and borrowers AI-powered renovation visualizations, cost estimates and financing insights. Continue Reading eLEND Partners With Ready4Remodel to Bring AI Into Renovation Lending
Report: New Homes Have Been Getting Smaller
In 2025, 25% of new homes were under 1,800 square feet, up from 16% in 2015. Continue Reading Report: New Homes Have Been Getting Smaller
Tech Trends: All Eyes on AI
Four new developments related to artificial intelligence usage in the real estate industry. Continue Reading Tech Trends: All Eyes on AI
New Home Sales Plunged 10.5% in July
The median sales price of new houses sold last month was $393,800. Continue Reading New Home Sales Plunged 10.5% in July
Christie’s International Real Estate Opens Abu Dhabi Agency
This marks the third location in the United Arab Emirates for the company, which has a presence in Dubai and Ra Al Khaimah. Continue Reading Christie’s International Real Estate Opens Abu Dhabi Agency
America Needs More Homes. Builders Are Being Given Reasons to Build Fewer
America needs more housing. But builders still have to produce homes at a cost buyers can afford. John G. Stevens examines why America’s housing shortage and affordability crisis cannot be solved separately. Continue Reading America Needs More Homes. Builders Are Being Given Reasons to Build Fewer
