New rules for Fannie, Freddie credit scoring are stumping lenders

Mortgage giants allegedly weren’t informed in advance that they’d be required to accept VantageScore 4.0, and lenders have lots of questions about how the new process will work. Continue reading

American Real Estate Association partners with RLTYco

With the partnership, RLTYco CEO and cofounder Briggs Elwell will join the association’s board, and agents who subscribe to RLTYco will also have access to AREA membership through the company’s suite of services. Continue reading

Compass acquires Colorado-based indie PorchLight Real Estate Group

The firm was founded in 2005 and closed $922.3 million in sales volume in 2024, according to RealTrends. About 180 agents will be making the move to Compass. Continue reading

SERHANT. expands operations into the Washington DC metro area

This marks the luxury firm’s second new market of 2025. It launches with more than 30 agents, led by Principal Broker Maryanne Moyers and founding agents MJ Frazier, Lizzy Conroy and Antonio Nguyen. Continue reading

Realtor vs. real estate agent: Why the difference matters

For consumers navigating a home sale and professionals building a career, Long Island Board of Realtors CEO Doreen Spagnuolo writes, it’s essential to understand who’s representing your interests. Continue reading

How to help your buyers avoid costly mortgage mistakes

When buyers plan and have the right people on their side, mortgage expert Phil Crescenzo Jr. writes, they can stay in control, and the rest becomes a lot less stressful. Continue reading

Using systems to scale: Run your business, don’t let it run you

Systems aren’t just a tool for growth, Jen Dillard writes. They’re a foundation for sustainability in your real estate business. Continue reading

House hacking: A creative solution for your exhausted buyers

House hacking is a mindset shift that turns today’s real estate market challenges into strategic advantages, broker Julie Busby writes. Continue reading

‘Small acts of kindness’ abound in Texas Hill Country flood aftermath

A flash flood devastated Texas’s Hill Country over the Fourth of July weekend, killing more than 100 residents. Real estate professionals have stepped in to help. Continue reading

Hive MLS hires RentSpree to assist members

RentSpree’s tenant screening, application processing and marketing will now help members of Hive MLS work with renters Continue reading