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Tech Trends: New Book Details How Real Estate Agents Can Embrace AI
Kevin Hawkins talks about his new book “The Real AI Guide for Real Estate Agents.” Continue Reading Tech Trends: New Book Details How Real Estate Agents Can Embrace AI
Tech Trends: New Book Details How Real Estate Agents Can Embrace AI
Kevin Hawkins talks about his new book “The Real AI Guide for Real Estate Agents.” Continue Reading Tech Trends: New Book Details How Real Estate Agents Can Embrace AI
Report: Sales of Newly Built Homes at 4-Year Low
Newly built homes accounted for 26.8% of single-family homes for sale nationwide in August, according to a new data report from Redfin. This is down from 28.2% one year ago and 30.6% two years prior, and it also marked the lowest level in four years. Redfin attributed...
Mortgage Application Activity Rebounds After 4 Weeks in Decline
After four consecutive weeks of declining momentum, mortgage application activity perked up for the week ending Oct. 24, according to data from the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA). The Market Composite Index, the MBA’s measure of mortgage loan application volume,...
Florida Lawmaker Introduces Bill That Eliminates Nearly All Property Taxes
Another property tax relief proposal has been put forth in the Florida legislature, this time with the goal to eliminate nearly all property taxied levied across the state. Newsweek reports State Rep. Kevin Steele, a Republican, has offered HJR 201, which would exempt...
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Experian Offers Free VantageScore 4.0 to Mortgage Lenders
“Experian is dedicated to fostering a more competitive mortgage landscape,” said CEO Brian Cassin. Continue Reading Experian Offers Free VantageScore 4.0 to Mortgage Lenders
Zillow and Esusu Team on Credit Reporting for Renters Initiative
Starting in November, renters can sign up for rent reporting directly through Zillow to start having their payments reported each month. Continue Reading Zillow and Esusu Team on Credit Reporting for Renters Initiative
California Association of Realtors Launches Foundation to Unite Multiple Charitable Programs
PHH Mortgage Debuts FlexIQ Suite of Non-QM Products
FlexIQ will replace PHH’s previously offered Gold/Silver/Bronze non-QM programs. Continue Reading PHH Mortgage Debuts FlexIQ Suite of Non-QM Products
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Florida Congressman Faces Eviction from DC Penthouse for Nonpayment of Rent
Rep. Cory Mills called reporter Roger Sollenberger a “biased hack.” Continue Reading Florida Congressman Faces Eviction from DC Penthouse for Nonpayment of Rent
Founders Development Company Unveils New Texas Multifamily Development
The project will be a mixed-use project featuring townhomes, build-to-rent homes, retail, restaurants, a hotel, and a medical center. Continue Reading Founders Development Company Unveils New Texas Multifamily Development
Doorvest Announces Acquisition of Wreno
The financial aspects of the deal were not disclosed. Continue Reading Doorvest Announces Acquisition of Wreno
Zillow Unveils 5 New Features to Improve User Friendliness
All five features are now live nationwide on Zillow’s website and mobile apps. Continue Reading Zillow Unveils 5 New Features to Improve User Friendliness
CertifID Raises $47.5 Million in Series C Funding
Arthur Ventures, which previously led their Series A $12.5M and Series B $20M rounds, participated in the new funding round. Continue Reading CertifID Raises $47.5 Million in Series C Funding
Report: Chicago Officials Failing to Alert Residents of Lead Risk in Drinking Water
A 2024 study determined two-thirds of Chicago children under 6 years old live in homes with tap water containing detectable levels of lead. Continue Reading Report: Chicago Officials Failing to Alert Residents of Lead Risk in Drinking Water
Foreign Purchases of American Homes Up 33%
Florida, California and Texas were the top destinations. Continue Reading Foreign Purchases of American Homes Up 33%
Realtor.com’s Parent Company Acquires Zenlist
The terms of the deal were not disclosed. Continue Reading Realtor.com’s Parent Company Acquires Zenlist
Mike Simonsen Named Chief Economist at Compass
Simonsen was previously the founder and CEO of Altos Research. Continue Reading Mike Simonsen Named Chief Economist at Compass
Judge Axes CFPB’s Medical Debt Reporting Rule
US District Judge Sean Jordan stated the CFPB exceeded its’ authority by issuing the rule. Continue Reading Judge Axes CFPB’s Medical Debt Reporting Rule
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