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Two Texas Realtor Groups Announce Merger Plans
The merger will require the approval of the National Association of Realtors to become official. Continue Reading Two Texas Realtor Groups Announce Merger Plans
NAR in $52.25 Million Settlement of Tuccori Commissions Lawsuit
NAR will seek a stay in the ongoing Batton lawsuit, with the organization claiming the settlement in Tuccori is intended to release the claims in the Batton case. Continue Reading NAR in $52.25 Million Settlement of Tuccori Commissions Lawsuit
Chris Reyes Named Chief Technology Officer at Douglas Elliman Realty
Reyes joins Douglas Elliman from Brown Harris Stevens, where he served as CTO. Continue Reading Chris Reyes Named Chief Technology Officer at Douglas Elliman Realty
Atlanta Fed Chief Bostic to Retire in February
Bostic is the 15th person to lead the Atlanta Fed and is the first Black and openly gay president of a regional Federal Reserve Bank. Continue Reading Atlanta Fed Chief Bostic to Retire in February
Tommie Wehrle Named 2026 President of the LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance
Wehrle is a learning consultant for Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate in Milford, Connecticut. Continue Reading Tommie Wehrle Named 2026 President of the LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance
Over Half of Canadian Homeowners Prepare to Cut Spending Ahead of Mortgage Renewals
Canadian homeowners facing mortgage renewals are preparing to cut their budgets to manage higher payments, while prospective buyers are preparing to make a move later this year. According to a new survey from TD Bank, more than half (56%) of Canadian homeowners said...
Mortgage Application Activity Drops by 0.8%
The FHA share of total applications decreased to 19.3% from 19.5% the week prior. Continue Reading Mortgage Application Activity Drops by 0.8%
Mortgage Rates Rise for Fifth Straight Week
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.46% as of April 2, up from last week when it averaged 6.38%. Continue Reading Mortgage Rates Rise for Fifth Straight Week
Finance of America Reverse Debuts HomeSafe Second Line of Credit
The product is now available in California, with a further rollout planned in the coming weeks. Continue Reading Finance of America Reverse Debuts HomeSafe Second Line of Credit
Mortgage Application Activity Slows Amid Decline in Refinancing
The VA share of total applications increased to 16.1% from 15.9%. Continue Reading Mortgage Application Activity Slows Amid Decline in Refinancing
Partnership Between loanDepot and Betenbough Companies Creates New Mortgage Lender
Betenbough Companies is the parent of Betenbough Homes, which has Texas-based operations in Amarillo, Lubbock, Midland, and Odessa. Continue Reading Partnership Between loanDepot and Betenbough Companies Creates New Mortgage Lender
Mortgage Application Payments Decreased in February
“Unfortunately, this month’s turmoil in the Middle East has put upward pressure on mortgage rates, which in turn could impact overall affordability in the months ahead,” said MBA’s Edward Seiler. Continue Reading Mortgage Application Payments Decreased in February
Mortgage Rates Surge for Fourth Straight Week
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.38% as of March 26. Continue Reading Mortgage Rates Surge for Fourth Straight Week
Fannie Mae to Back New Crypto-Backed Mortgages
The new mortgages will be originated and serviced by Better, with Bitcoin and USDC pledges powered by Coinbase. Continue Reading Fannie Mae to Back New Crypto-Backed Mortgages
FHFA’s Pulte Files New Criminal Referrals Against NY AG Letitia James
The new criminal referrals follow the Trump administration’s failed efforts to secure a mortgage fraud indictment against James. Continue Reading FHFA’s Pulte Files New Criminal Referrals Against NY AG Letitia James
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