Sagent hires Mr. Cooper vet Jaime Gow to grow new servicing platform

In what’s shaping up to be transformational year for the company, Sagent has revamped its leadership and launched Dara platform to handle every phase of mortgage loan servicing. Continue reading

Real Talk: We can no longer ignore RPAC’s ethics problems

Trump’s newly appointed VP candidate introduced a bill in June that highlights the need to review RPAC’s ethics policies for candidates receiving funds, Rachael Hite writes. Continue reading

Lesson Learned: Cultivate trust and respect with competitors

Find out how NYC agent Andrea Saturno-Sanjana puts her unique skillset and global perspective to work in serving clients and connecting with colleagues. Continue reading

Dot your i’s and cross your t’s. The paper chase is here: The Download

Ed Zorn, Anthony Lamacchia and others weigh in on buyer agreements, commission sharing and everything you need to know about the new forms. Continue reading

20 phone etiquette rules every real estate agent should follow

Christy Murdock shares essential phone etiquette tips to enhance client relationships and close more deals. Learn the do’s and don’ts, preparation strategies and follow-up techniques in her comprehensive guide. Continue reading

Aspen Valley Ranch, Colorado property sold in pieces for $47M

Aspen Valley Ranch, previously owned by Tellurian co-founder Charif Souki, has been sold in pieces after hitting the market for $220 million, “The Wall Street Journal” reported on Thursday. Continue reading

Tech enables instant mortgage payments with a debit card

Payment processing technology developed by REPAY is now available to loan servicers through ICE Mortgage Technology’s Servicing Digital solution, a customer engagement and retention tool. Continue reading

FCC ready to crack down on AI-generated robocalls

The FCC announced on Tuesday a plan to help consumers identify and block AI-generated robocalls. The plan, if passed, could impact a key part of real estate agents’ lead generation methods. Continue reading

Move calls on court to stop CoStar Group’s use of ‘unauthorized’ files

Two weeks after filing a theft of trade secrets lawsuit against CoStar Group, Move now wants CoStar to hand over Move-owned files and electronic devices used by former Realtor.com News and Insights Editor James Kaminsky. Continue reading

LA broker Tyrone McKillen parting ways with Official

McKillen joined the firm in early 2023 to spearhead Official’s expansion into Los Angeles. His departure comes weeks after Official co-founders and brothers Oren and Tal Alexander stepped down in response to mounting sexual assault allegations. Continue reading