“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
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
At $4.55 billion, loanDepot’s Q2 purchase loan originations were up 30 percent from the first quarter, but down 52 percent from a year ago. Continue reading
“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
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
The partnership gives Tom Ferry’s network of real estate professionals access to the client satisfaction and retention platform, according to a statement. Continue reading
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
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
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
The average price of homes sold to foreign buyers was $639,900, the National Association of Realtors said. The median price was $396,400. Both numbers are record highs. Continue reading