Former Realtor.com, Movoto, Homeward execs move to PLACE

PLACE has expanded its C-suite with former executives from Realtor.com, Homeward and Movoto, according to an announcement on Thursday. Continue reading

Fathom Realty buys a ‘proven model’ for first-time homebuyers

START Real Estate has just 70 agents, but founders Randy and Terri Bell have built a business model with a 70 percent mortgage attach rate that Fathom wants to take nationwide. Continue reading

Redfin teams up with Thumbtack on home improvement offering

The partnership is meant to help homeowners find tradespeople who can do tasks such as painting, cleaning, HVAC maintenance and more, the companies announced Wednesday. Continue reading

Mr. Cooper’s servicing portfolio shrinks for the first time in 2 years

Nation’s largest loan servicer turned an $88 million Q1 profit and remains on track to be acquired by Rocket in Q4, a deal that’s prompted UWM to cut ties to Mr. Cooper. Continue reading