Commission disclosure platform aims to sidestep NAR, MLS rules
Nesthook claims it allows agents to 'communicate commission amounts while remaining fully compliant with settlement requirements.' Whether it runs afoul of the new rules remains unclear
by Craig C. Rowe Jun 3
Rocket Homes tech chief unpacks 'Explore Spaces' visual search tool
Rocket Homes Chief Technology Officer John Fair told Inman the tool has already resulted in users spending nearly twice as long on the lender's website and returning 6 times more frequently
by Matt Carter May 29
UHM revamps leadership team to support growing national footprint
Ohio-based Union Home Mortgage boosted capacity by acquiring Amerifirst Home Mortgage. New divisional leadership structure supports a 'rapidly expanding, nationwide footprint'
by Matt Carter Apr 23
Sitzer judge grants preliminary approval for NAR settlement
Judge Stephen R. Bough ruled that the sweeping changes NAR agreed to were 'fair, reasonable and adequate' and set a final approval hearing for November
by Taylor Anderson Apr 23
Gold Star taps Loanscape to streamline broker onboarding
Counterparty risk and oversight platform provider Loanscape says customizable questionnaires and document requests allow lenders to automate up to 80% of the onboarding workflow
by Matt Carter Apr 1
Agents brace for impact: A future with more unrepresented buyers
Some think the National Association of Realtors' $418M settlement will prompt more homebuyers to transact without agents. Inman asked industry professionals how they'll handle that situation
by Jim Dalrymple II Apr 1
New startup Foyer helps first-time homebuyers with savings program
The '401(k) for homeownership' helps first-time buyers achieve their savings goals with 4.51% APY high-yield savings accounts, as well as educational tools and matching with agents and lenders
by Lillian Dickerson Oct 31
Consumer unease over inflation rekindled in August following rally
Consumer sentiment dipped to 69.5 in August following months of recovery, a downward shift that underscores the complex web of rapidly changing expectations, according to data released Friday
by Daniel Houston Aug 25
NAR pushes back on harassment claim amid growing agent backlash
The National Association of Realtors tapped an independent law firm to investigate sexual and racial harassment allegations, ultimately choosing to 'reject' claims made by a former employee
And the cheapest state to buy a home is…
Illinois is the cheapest state to purchase a home, due to a study by California-based boutique brokerage RubyHome. The study focuses on the income-to-sale price ratios for each state
by Marian McPherson Apr 28
UWM says it's hiring as Bloomberg details alleged 'locker room culture'
The nation's biggest mortgage lender is planning to hire 500 people and is holding a job fair Saturday just days after Bloomberg expose of alleged drug use, discrimination and harassment
by Matt Carter Apr 13
Homepoint selling wholesale business to The Loan Store
Parent company Home Point Capital to take an equity stake in The Loan Store, with Homepoint executive Phil Shoemaker to be installed as CEO when the deal closes by end of Q2
by Matt Carter Apr 7
Black Knight ready to sell Empower to address antitrust concerns
Deal with Constellation Software Inc. hinges on Intercontinental Exchange closing deal to acquire Black Knight, now valued at $11.7B. ICE says it's prepared to fight FTC in court
by Matt Carter Mar 7
UWM posts $62M Q4 loss but keeps title of America's biggest lender
CEO Mat Ishbia says aggressive 'Game On' pricing is still in place, but acknowledges Pontiac-based wholesaler is seeking to boost profit margins in 2023
by Matt Carter Mar 1
Slew of Lansing area teams moves from Coldwell Banker to RE/MAX
The 4 teams that have moved to RE/MAX Real Estate Professionals Okemos since December represent about 20 real estate agents and staff and nearly $150M in average annual sales volume
by Lillian Dickerson Jan 20