Matterport defies Q2 revenue estimates as subscribers multiply

Matterport posted second-quarter revenues of $39.6 million — a 39 percent increase from the same period a year earlier that squeaked past analyst estimates of $39.2 million, according to a Tuesday earnings call. Continue reading

Proptech spending expected to resume this year, investor says

“We remain bullish about an increase in activity over the back half” of 2023, Houlihan Lokey Managing Director Chris Hough said during a presentation Tuesday at Inman Connect Las Vegas. Continue reading

UWM posts $229M Q2 profit as spring mortgage originations soar

United Wholesale Mortgage, the nation’s largest lender, also raised refinancing volume by 23 percent after being hammered by higher interest rates, according to Q2 earnings released Wednesday. Continue reading

ICE’s Black Knight acquisition nears resolution of antitrust issues

“Significant progress” in Federal Trade Commission negotiations have been reported since Black Knight’s Empower loan origination system and Optimal Blue division were cut from the deal. Continue reading

Rocket back in the black after boosting purchase market share

The Detroit-based mortgage giant returned to profitability during the spring homebuying season by slashing costs and boosting its market share in the face of severe inventory shortages. Continue reading

Seattle-based regional bank HomeStreet reportedly up for sale

Regional banks have largely weathered the crisis fueled by this year’s failures of Silicon Valley Bank, Signature Bank and First Republic Bank by pursuing mergers and boosting deposits through third-party brokers. Continue reading

Compass hires former Better Homes and Gardens agent

Joseph Magsaysay will join Compass’ leadership as the brokerage looks to enhance its luxury presence in Silicon Valley. Magsaysay said he’s developed a “people first” leadership strategy. Continue reading

Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac boost profits in Q2 despite a slow spring

Mortgage giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac continued to grow their net worth as firm home prices and low default rates allowed them to release billions of dollars previously reserved for losses. Continue reading