The rational case for repealing MLS Clear Cooperation rules.Does cc work? Do I benefit from it? Would I like it to stay in place? Yes. Is it best for consumers, (who anti-trust laws are designed to protect?)  It depends.Are we comparing it to Compass’ gamesmanship ushering in a worst-case scenario w

The Federal Housing Administration (FHA) announced this week that the Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM) limit for 2025 will be $1,209,750. But reverse mortgage industry analysts who regularly cover developments in the space are split on whether the increase will make a material difference in th

New-home construction in the U.S. has focused on single-family and multifamily inventory growth to boost supply and affordability. But StorageCafe found that in 2023, most states overlooked one key solution to the affordability crisis: more inventory of “middle housing.”That revelation comes from a

For the real estate industry, the past eight months of work culminated on Tuesday when Judge Stephen R. Bough granted final approval of the National Association of Realtors‘ (NAR) commission lawsuit settlement agreement.Although many in the industry had their concerns heading into the Nov. 26 hearin

The recent announcement of Donald Trump hiring Elon Musk to co-lead a government efficiency initiative has sparked widespread discussion about its potential impact on industries across the board, including real estate. Lawrence Yun, Chief Economist of the National Association of Realtors, has weighe

Vetted by HousingWire  |  Our editors independently review the products we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission.Agents have two choices: Learn how to run your entire business from the apps on your phone or tablet or find a new career. The days of running back to the of

Nothing sets you up for success like learning the habits and best practices of more experienced agents, brokers and other housing professionals. Beyond your professional growth, the real estate events and conferences on our list will help you stay current with the latest market, tech and industry tr

It seems like home sellers have had the upper hand in the housing market for years now, but rising inventory has steadily increased the amount of leverage for buyers.That trend will continue in 2025, according to Zillow’s annual housing market forecast. The portal giant projects a “bumpy” year for h

It seems like home sellers have had the upper hand in the housing market for years now, but rising inventory has steadily increased the amount of leverage for buyers.That trend will continue in 2025, according to Zillow’s annual housing market forecast. The portal giant projects a “bumpy” year for h

Late last week, president-elect Donald Trump announced that he had chosen Scott Turner, the former executive director of the White House Opportunity and Revitalization Council, to lead the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).Housing industry reactions were primarily congratulatory

Despite the recent rise in mortgage rates, early indicators suggest that the housing market is pointed in the right direction. The latest signal comes from the National Association of Realtors‘ (NAR) Pending Home Sales Index (PHSI), which shows sales in October growing 5.4% year over year and 2% com

NAR’s $418 million antitrust settlement has been approved, but real estate industry experts believe the legal wrangling is far from over. (Image generated by AI in Midjourney)As the saying goes, when one door closes, another opens. For the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), that door very well may be

Mortgage applications rose 6.3% on a seasonally adjusted basis during the week ending Nov. 22, driven by a 12% increase in demand for purchase loans, according to data released Wednesday by the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA). It is the third straight weekly increase for applications — a good sig

Top U.S. wholesale lender United Wholesale Mortgage (UWM) has taken another aggressive move related to its product set, underscoring its strong commitment to government-backed loans. On Wednesday, the company announced the removal of all loan-level pricing adjustments (LLPAs) on government loans, al

Elon Musk, who has become a confidant of president-elect Donald Trump, has called for the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau to be dismantled. (Image generated by AI in Midjourney)Elon Musk, the world’s richest man and owner of companies including Tesla, SpaceX and the social media platform X, has

When I began working on this piece, I was told that the mortgage community as a whole—and loss mitigation professionals in particular—would be resistant to the message. But I don’t think that’s true. Because not only are we an industry that values the bottom line, we serve the spirit behind the Amer

Vetted by HousingWire  |  Our editors independently review the products we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission.If an uptick in housing inventory and more favorable interest rates materialize in 2025, you’ll still need to find creative ways to generate buzz for your li

The National Association of Realtors (NAR) and the real estate industry at large have something to be thankful for this Thanksgiving. Judge Stephen Bough of the U.S. District Court in Kansas City, Missouri, on Tuesday granted final approval to NAR’s commission lawsuit settlement agreement, as well a

Mortgage technology platform Haven is allowing its users to access property tax monitoring and protesting services. The New Jersey-based company has partnered with property tax service provider Ownwell, according to a recent joint announcement.Through this partnership, Haven will offer an escrow mon

A recurring theme of president-elect Donald Trump‘s campaign efforts is ramping up as his incoming administration intends to “seal the border” and deport millions of immigrants in 2025. This move has caused housing industry professionals to wonder how efforts to build more homes will hold up.In 2023