Housing Wire

APRIL 1, 2025

Baby boomers have overtaken millennials as the largest share of homebuyers , making up 42% of all purchases in the past year, according to a report from the National Association of Realtors (NAR). Millennials, who previously led home-buying trends, now account for 29%, down from 38% the previous year. NARs 2025 Home Buyers and Sellers Generational Trends report found that Generation X buyers remained steady at 24% of the market.

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APRIL 1, 2025

Coach Verl Workman writes that setting healthy boundaries, including saying "no" when needed, provides a more balanced life and fulfilling career in real estate.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 1, 2025

The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) continues to make leadership changes at the board and executive levels of Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae. Capital One multifamily finance executive Grace Huebscher, who served as Chair of the Risk Committee and a member of several other committees, resigned from Freddie Mac ‘s board on March 24, according to TipRanks.

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Real Estate News

APRIL 1, 2025

The $3.95 million settlement aligns with NAR math, but unlike NARs agreement, allows the Massachusetts MLS to continue displaying offers of compensation.

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APRIL 1, 2025

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) this week unveiled a new website, explaining that as much as 90% of the material from the former site has been cut to eliminate redundancies and streamline the user experience. Providing the best and highest quality service to rural, tribal and urban communities means that critical resources online should be streamlined, concise and user-friendly, HUD Secretary Scott Turner said.

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APRIL 1, 2025

Revive has used its findings in the presale renovation space to produce an extensive white paper that dedicates its pages to proving the value of updating a home before selling it.

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Keeping Current Matters

APRIL 1, 2025

Recession talk is all over the news, and the odds of a recession are rising this year.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 1, 2025

A Compass broker faces allegations of illegally accepting kickbacks from a mortgage lender and attorney in exchange for client referrals, according to a whistleblower lawsuit obtained by The Real Deal. Ben Lalez is accused of violating federal anti-kickback laws by steering clients to specific service providers in exchange for undisclosed cash payments.

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APRIL 1, 2025

Fitch Ratings warns of potential dowgrade of Rocket debt rating if Redfin and Mr. Cooper deals close, while decline in share price suggests investors have doubts Mr. Cooper is worth $9.4 billion.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 1, 2025

Large metro areas across the U.S. are seemingly facing the same obstacle a shortage of housing inventory that is clashing with rising population levels, which serves to push the cost of living beyond reasonable levels of affordability for many. One area that’s representative of this dynamic is Seattle. And a perceived lack of substantive action at the local level is pushing state lawmakers to try to take the reins in addressing it.

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RIS Media

APRIL 1, 2025

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Housing Wire

APRIL 1, 2025

Mechanics Bank and HomeStreet Inc. announced Monday that they’ve entered into a definitive merger agreement, which provides for an all-stock business transaction between the two entities. Under the terms of the merger which was unanimously approved by the boards of directors of both companies HomeStreet Bank will be merged with and into Mechanics Bank.

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Brownstoner

APRIL 1, 2025

Many homeowners want to save the original details that attracted them to their home in the first place but dont know how. Here are some guidelines to keep in mind: Savor original finishes. If you treasure historic character and dont want the inside of your prewar apartment or classic Italianate brownstone to… Read More > The post Four Ways to Save Original Details and Character When Updating an Old House appeared first on Brownstoner.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 1, 2025

In 2024, a year in which single-family residential resale transactions were at a 29-year low , Compass outperformed. In Q4, the company reported a revenue increase of 26% year over year, reaching $1.4 billion, with transactions up by 24%. And for the full year, Compass achieved $5.6 billion in revenue and generated $122 million in operating cash flow.

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APRIL 1, 2025

The brothers have filed a counterclaim against the white-label firm, alleging that it manufactured events surrounding their disassociation from Side. They have also filed an opposition to Side's motion for contempt against them.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 1, 2025

The Gibson plaintiffs have been barred from intervening in the Hooper commission lawsuit. But that hasnt stopped them from further attempts to dissuade Judge Mark H. Cohen from approving the settlements reached by eXp World Holdings and Weichert Realtors. In a filing on Monday, the Gibson plaintiffs claim that their reply to the Hooper plaintiffs’ reply in support of a motion for preliminary approval of the Weichert and eXp settlements is warranted despite them not being a party to the sui

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RIS Media

APRIL 1, 2025

When the wildfires that consumed so much of Southern California raged for weeks on end earlier this year, the whole world watched with dismay. All across America, homeowners were thankful it wasn’t happening locally, but also likely wondered about the aftermath once the fires were extinguished. Could what happened there happen where they were?

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Housing Wire

APRIL 1, 2025

U.S. District Court Judge Patti B. Saris is ready to see some movement in the Nosalek commission lawsuit , which has been pending for five years now, but that doesn’t mean she is going to approve MLS PIN’s settlement without properly examining the details. On Tuesday, at the preliminary approval hearing for defendant MLS Property Information Networks (MLS PIN) settlement, Judge Saris r efused to grant preliminary approval to the settlement as the plaintiffs and defendants were hoping

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APRIL 1, 2025

Sometimes new business opportunities can be hiding in plain sight, existing among those you interact with on a regular basis, that you might not think to approach for referrals. But sometimes who you know can actually be the key that unlocks your business network and creates more profitability in your business. Here are three different… The post 3 Ways to Creatively Leverage Your Network for More Exposure and Referrals appeared first on RISMedia.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 1, 2025

Each year, HousingWires Rising Stars award recognizes the next generation of leaders making a significant impact on the industry. These standout professionals all 40 years old or younger are driving innovation, transforming their organizations, and shaping the future of real estate, mortgage, and fintech. The 2025 HousingWire Rising Stars have demonstrated exceptional leadership, expertise, and dedication to moving the industry forward.

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Brownstoner

APRIL 1, 2025

A late 19th century Romanesque Revival church in Prospect Heights not far from Barclays Center could soon become residential apartments if a planned conversion is greenlit by the city. How much of the original church structure -- which is not landmarked -- would stay in place if the project moves… Read More > The post Historic Prospect Heights Church Could Become Condos appeared first on Brownstoner.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 1, 2025

First Multiple Listing Service (FMLS) has signed a five-year agreement with Lone Wolf Technologies to provide transaction management tools to its more than 60,000 members, the organizations announced Tuesday. As part of the partnership, FMLS members will have access to Lone Wolf’s transaction management software, including its Authentisign eSignature solution and the TransactionDesk platform.

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APRIL 1, 2025

A recent Redfin report found that 20.5 percent of homes sold above asking price in February, while 64.2 percent sold below and 15.4 percent sold at their asking price nationwide.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 1, 2025

Canadian investment powerhouse Brookfield Asset Management Ltd. has agreed to buy a majority stake in Angel Oak Companies , the holding company for a non-QM lender and investor that manages more than $18 billion in mortgage assets. Brookfield will take a 50.1% stake in Angel Oak , offering its own investors access to the firms residential mortgage credit business, according to filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).

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Marco Santarelli

APRIL 1, 2025

If you're in the market to buy a house or thinking about refinancing, there's some welcome news to kick off April. Today's mortgage rates, on April 1, 2025, are showing a decrease , offering a bit of relief for those watching the market closely. According to the latest data, we're seeing a slight but positive shift downwards. Today's Mortgage Rates April 1, 2025: Rates Drop to Begin the New Month Key Takeaways: Mortgage rates are down today, April 1, 2025.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 1, 2025

Michael Ammann is back with another lawsuit against eXp Realty and parent company eXp World Holdings. Ammann filed his first suit against eXp in December 2024. He accused the firm along with executives Glenn Sanford , Leo Pareja , Patrick ONeill and James Bramble, as well as eXp agent Megan Featherston of engaging in fraudulent practices, conspiracy and negligence.

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Brownstoner

APRIL 1, 2025

This week, a look back at four of our featured listings from six months ago focuses on homes in Park Slope, Carroll Gardens, and Williamsburg. How did they fare? First up, in Park Slope: The lush features in this circa 1900 limestone and brick dwelling include plasterwork, wainscoting, mantels, a dumbwaiter,… Read More > The post Brooklyn Real Estate Listings Six Months Later: All Four Sold appeared first on Brownstoner.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 1, 2025

The current reverse mortgage industry market leader, Mutual of Omaha Mortgage , announced on Tuesday that it has launched a new proprietary reverse mortgage product, with initial availability in California and Florida. The product line, known as SecureEquity, is available to homeowners as young as age 55. It offers adjustable- and fixed-rate options with a maximum loan amount of $4 million.

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RIS Media

APRIL 1, 2025

United Real Estate announced a series of program launches and new initiatives at its recent national conference, Elevate 2025, held in Arlington, Texas March 19-22. Uniteds affiliated professionals from across the country, industry leaders and experts gathered at the event, which featured networking, awards and recognition, expert panels of elite agents, professional development workshops and… The post United Real Estate Unveils Bullseye Marketplace, Expanding Affiliates Profit Margin appe

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Housing Wire

APRIL 1, 2025

United Wholesale Mortgage (UWM) announced today it has again extended its 60bps for 60 Days program , which provides independent mortgage brokers with a 60 basis points pricing advantage on loans. Initially launched in December 2024, today’s announcement marks the second extension of the program , which is now set to conclude on May 31. This pricing incentive remains applicable to eligible conventional or government loans for borrowers with a FICO score of 720 or higher.

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