FTC warns of massive spoofing op impersonating mortgage lenders

“Green Mirage” phone scam targets homeowners in all 50 states from India, using the caller ID of the borrower’s actual mortgage lender and tricking victims into making payments to U.S.-based “mules.” Continue reading

MyCUmortgage signed 18 credit unions as new clients in 2024

With three new clients signed in Q4, the credit union onboarded as mortgage partners in 2024 represent more than 421,000 members and $6.76 billion in assets. Continue reading

Howard Hanna adds 400 agents with Home Experts Realty merger

Since its founding in 2011, Home Experts Realty has built an ethical and diverse team of agents who are dedicated to providing exceptional service. The brokerage’s founders have ensured that their agents are well-trained to operate both independently a… Continue reading

Alexander brothers denied bond in federal sex-trafficking case

Despite offering exorbitant bail packages, the brothers failed to sway prosecutors that they should be granted bond. They will be detained until their trial. Continue reading

Freddie Mac deepens integrations with ICE’s Encompass platform

Mortgage giant claims lenders who embrace automation enjoy fewer loan defects and cut loan production time and cost compared to lenders with lower technology utilization. Continue reading

California governor warns off ‘predatory’ investors amid wildfires

California Governor Gavin Newsom is stepping in to protect homeowners affected by the Palisades, Eaton, Hurst, Lidia, Sunset, and Woodley wildfires from unsolicited land offers. Newsom issued Executive Order N-7-25, which prohibits speculators from mak… Continue reading

Top-performing agents reap spoils of widening commission gap: Poll

The advantages of the industry’s most prolific agents may be growing even more pronounced in the post-settlement landscape, according to an Inman Intel Index poll of real estate professionals. Continue reading

What’s the biggest challenge your business faces in 2025? Pulse

Are you anticipating some struggles this year from market forces, competition or other factors? What do you plan to do about it? Continue reading

Fund services for homeless with transfer fees: Colorado lawmaker

Colorado State Representative Manny Rutinel has introduced a bill that would allow county clerks and recorders to give documentary fees to fund short and long-term housing for the homeless. Continue reading

Wasted spaces, bad odors, crazy colors: 9 buyer turnoffs to avoid

In this market, many buyers are choosing the most affordable homes with the fewest flaws, broker Jonathan Pressman writes. Use this list to avoid the ick factor and get deals done. Continue reading