Blend Labs embraces Doma’s ‘instant title decisioning’ solution

Doma claims Upfront Title can saves borrowers 40 percent to 70 percent on title insurance. In a trial run with Mr. Cooper, the solution cut loan cycles by three days and saved borrowers hundreds of dollars on title fees. Continue reading

Outside lawyers, WSJ editorial board urge Trump not to fire Powell

Trump administration would probably lose court battle, lawyers reportedly advise White House, and markets would react badly, “The Wall Street Journal” warns. Continue reading

Navigating awkward commission conversations: Now Streaming

Real estate coach Darryl Davis teaches you to navigate the sometimes tricky conversations surrounding commissions. Continue reading

Single-family permits and starts reach 11-month low in June

Negative homebuyer and homebuilder sentiment matched with growing economic uncertainty to stifle new construction in June, with single-family permits, starts and completions taking the biggest hit. Continue reading

Strategies, schemes and shenanigans: Inman’s Top 5

Looking for a quick catch-up on the buzziest stories of the week? Here’s Inman Top 5, the most essential stories, according to Inman readers. Continue reading

3 ways to protect the identity of a high-profile luxury homebuyer

Working with high-profile clients isn’t just about finding the perfect home, broker Kamran Zand writes. It’s about protecting their lifestyle, reputation and security. Continue reading

What real estate brokerages can learn from luxury hotel brands

Real estate companies have the opportunity to craft a distinctive client experience aligned with their brand, values, vision and mission, The Agency’s Rainy Hake Austin writes. Continue reading

This agent bought a home at 22. Now she helps Gen Z do the same

Gen Z is ready to purchase a home, but they need guidance and education, Atlanta-based Realtor Jessica Dudley writes. Here’s how you can help them achieve their real estate goals. Continue reading

EXp Realty exec tells agents to stop using bad photos

Wendy Forsythe also recently said agents right now need to adapt to longer listing marketing periods and offered some advice for today’s team leaders. Continue reading

Backers of rival mortgage credit scores wage public relations war

As new scoring models by Fair Isaac and VantageScore vie for acceptance by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, claims and counterclaims fly. In the meantime, mortgage giants are stuck with FICO Classic. Continue reading