LoanDepot is latest real estate company to be targeted by hackers

Mortgage lender says an unauthorized party accessed its systems and encrypted some of its data, a tactic employed by ransomware groups to target more than 1,000 companies and organizations. Continue reading

NAR President Tracy Kasper resigns, alleges blackmail

The National Association of Realtors’ leader said she recently received a “threat to disclose a past personal, non-financial matter unless she compromised her position at NAR.” Continue reading

Clever acquires renter assistance, rewards app Gravy

Gravy, an application built to support renters in their homebuying process, has been acquired by Clever Real Estate, a company that specializes in educating consumers about agent choice and the overall transaction process. Continue reading

Professor who predicted urban ‘doom loop’ sees NYC exception

Stijn Van Nieuwerburgh, whose 2022 paper inspired debate about the future of big cities, says things now seem to be looking up for New York City. Continue reading

9 ways to combat imposter syndrome for peak performance

If a slow year or industry changes have you feeling out of sorts, write Melanie Klein and Emily Bossert, the problem may be imposter syndrome. Find out how to fight it and get your joy back. Continue reading

Nearly a third of Gen Z live at home while others struggle to afford rent   

Home ownership is in the rearview for many Americans as prices for everyday goods and services remain elevated and mortgage rates hover at a 20-year high. Rising housing costs are impacting more than current and prospective homeowners; renters also struggle to make ends meet while others crash at home to save money.   According to a […] Continue reading

Economic Outlook: Recession may be what drives rates down in 2024

Does the rapid slowdown in the economy mean a recession is now inevitable in the new year, or is a “soft landing” still possible? Economists are divided on the nation’s economic outlook for 2024. Continue reading