The new redlining: Paying a buyer agent is just part of the challenge

Now that buyer agency compensation rules are in place, Trina Gonzales-Van writes, the NAR, regulatory bodies and significant stakeholders must consider their impact on borrowers and determine whether these policies do more harm than good. Continue reading

Equity gains for Black owners are progress, but more work is needed

The home equity gains made by Black homeowners in recent years are worth celebrating, but there’s a long way to go. Here are a few ways the industry can help. Continue reading

Citi pledges to serve more minority homebuyers

The lender is expanding access to HomeRun and Lender Paid Assistance mortgage programs, two loan products that can be important tools for minority borrowers in low- and moderate-income neighborhoods. Continue reading