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What happens when the battle for agent count runs out of steam?

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Newer upstarts and legacy companies have spent recent years competing intensely for top agents. But recent data suggests the years of fast growth may be ending Continue reading →

Lower signs Opendoor as first mortgage platform customer

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Lower’s “mortgage as a service” platform lets brands offer digital-first mortgages through application programming interface and no-code solutions. Continue reading →

Inman unveils inaugural 2023 Power Players awards

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With its inaugural Power Players list, Inman recognized more than 120 industry leaders for their influence and ingenuity as it kicks off a year of expanded awards. Continue reading →

Blend cuts nearly 30% of workforce in blistering 4th round of layoffs

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Blend also announced the resignations of President Timothy Mayopoulos, Head of Finance Marc Greenberg and Head of Legal Crystal Summer amid a round of cuts impacting about 340 workers. Continue reading →

Defy Mortgage launches as new player in non-QM lending

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Nashville, Tennessee-based lender to serve entrepreneurs and gig workers nationwide is accepting alternative forms of income and assets including cryptocurrency. Continue reading →

Anywhere lays off more workers, announces end of RealSure iBuyer

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The company has slashed its workforce by 11 percent since last June, according to U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission filings. The moves come following months of housing market declines. Continue reading →

DFCU Financial to offer mortgages to buyers on Florida’s Gulf Coast

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The Michigan-based credit union expands into Florida by closing a merger with Tampa-based First Citrus Bank. Full product and service integration is expected by mid-2023. Continue reading →