Lifting of the asset cap could give the bank greater leeway to originate jumbo mortgages that exceed Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac’s $806,500 conforming loan limit in most markets. Continue reading
With antitrust regulators declining to weigh in, $1.75 billion deal to marry a tech-focused mortgage lender to real estate brokerage could close by the end of the month. Continue reading
Commission advance companies are booming as a lifeline for real estate agents who can’t afford to wait for closing day. While these services offer financial assistance, they often come with costly strings attached. Continue reading
During a keynote address Tuesday, the CEO rallied the firm’s agents and staff against Compass naysayers, discussed short-term goals of seller choice and agent listing attribution, and unveiled the latest rendition of Compass AI. Continue reading
The federal law enforcement agency withdrew objections to a fourth proposed settlement between plaintiffs and MLS PIN Tuesday, but cautioned that the MLS was not immune to future legal action. Continue reading
Focus on the client lifecycle to build loyalty and enhance brand reputation, ultimately driving retention, The Agency’s Rainy Hake Austin writes. Continue reading
You are your business’s most important asset. Don’t you deserve an upgrade? Drew Thompson shares educational and inspirational resources that will give you the boost you need now. Continue reading
The best agents don’t always come from traditional backgrounds, coach Verl Workman writes. Sometimes, the ideal candidate is already excelling in a different industry, just waiting for the right opportunity. Continue reading
Tailor your outreach and communication to the individual agent so that you’re providing what they need to thrive, broker Holly Brink writes. Continue reading
Although Rocket’s plans to acquire Mr. Cooper and Redfin are structured as all-stock deals, assuming their debts will leave Rocket more highly leveraged, Fitch analysts said of possible debt rating downgrade. Continue reading