Real Estate News

UWM bets on mortgage servicing with $1.3B Two Harbors acquisition
Wed, 17 Dec 2025 19:44:55
The all-stock deal to acquire the parent of RoundPoint Mortgage Servicing would nearly double UWM's servicing portfolio to nearly $400 billion, if it closes as expected in Q2 2026. read more»

This St. Louis suburb is the nation’s most affordable, but with a caveat
Wed, 17 Dec 2025 18:15:09
Markets across the Midwest and South offer enviable affordability; however, lower housing prices can reflect deeper issues, such as economic disinvestment and discriminatory housing policies. read more»

Freddie Mac taps retired Deloitte consultant Kenny Smith as CEO
Wed, 17 Dec 2025 13:26:11
Smith's expertise in financial services was cited as an asset as the Trump administration prepares to sell part of its ownership stake in Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae in a public offering. read more»

NAR in 2025: staff shakeups, risk reduction and policy moves
Wed, 17 Dec 2025 9:55:26
In 2025, NAR focused on policies, listening and responding to members’ concerns. Here’s how the organization and its leaders navigated an industry in turmoil. read more»

Meet the minds redesigning real estate’s AI search
Wed, 17 Dec 2025 9:00:36
On this episode of Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered, RealScout’s Andrew Flachner and Anthony Sosso do a deep dive into the evolution of real estate AI and break down what it means for the future of the industry. read more»

Recruiting advantage: How indies can deliver what agents really want
Wed, 17 Dec 2025 2:35:21
Agents don’t just want a place to hang their license, coach Verl Workman writes. They want leadership they trust and a story they can be part of. read more»

Why my early social media posts flopped — and what finally worked
Wed, 17 Dec 2025 1:33:32
Layer in two or three of these elements, and your content will land harder, get shared more and start actual client conversations, Josh Ries writes. read more»

The no-budget phone strategy that attracts serious buyers instantly
Tue, 16 Dec 2025 22:01:00
Broker and attorney Greg Hague says agents can tap into motivated buyers already in motion before they spend a dollar on marketing. read more»

The Midwest is best? Why buyers flocked to the Heartland in 2025
Tue, 16 Dec 2025 16:56:58
The most popular market of 2025, according to Zillow's rankings, is solidly Midwestern, reflecting American homeowners' desire for affordability and a relaxed lifestyle. read more»

Watchdog: Agents earn too little. Consumers pay too much
Tue, 16 Dec 2025 16:35:38
In an Inman op-ed, Stephen Brobeck, senior fellow at the Consumer Policy Center, responds to Cara Ameer's recent critique of the CPC's report on post-settlement changes impacting homebuyers. read more»

How this agent’s marathon mindset made him one of luxury real estate’s top earners
Tue, 16 Dec 2025 9:50:32
Santiago Arana realizes that real estate is all about playing the long game. And even if it seems like no clients are transacting, it is important to stay visible and top-of-mind. read more»

Why more brokerages should fight for their buyer agent commissions
Tue, 16 Dec 2025 9:00:36
The Echo Fine Properties arbitration offers proof that real estate pros can turn the tide and ensure that they're compensated for their time, Spencer Krull writes. read more»

Morning meetings show managers are here to help, not hinder
Tue, 16 Dec 2025 4:19:40
"Accountability is love," team leader Mahala Landin says. Find out how Carolina Collective Realty keeps it at the core of every meeting, training and celebration with coach Verl Workman. read more»

70% of digital transformations fail. The other 30% will redefine us
Tue, 16 Dec 2025 2:17:00
Mergers and acquisitions are big business in real estate, and technology plays a critical role, writes contributor Lauren Henss. The real game changer? Whether the organization can handle the merger swiftly. read more»

Binsr Inspect proves AI can improve transactions: Tech Review
Tue, 16 Dec 2025 0:15:08
The application uses sharp user interface design and AI to shrink data input and offer inspectors a number of ways to complete reports in less time, tech expert Craig Rowe writes. read more»

Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are quietly stockpiling mortgages
Mon, 15 Dec 2025 23:45:22
Monthly purchases of $13 billion in mortgages and MBS may be taking pressure off mortgage rates — and setting the stage for a more attractive public offering. read more»

Here’s the real secret to increasing your lead conversion rates
Mon, 15 Dec 2025 22:13:51
If you want better lead conversion rates in your real estate business, stop chasing volume, and start delivering real relevance, Josh Ries writes. read more»

Analyst: Portals like Zillow face ‘long-term risk’ from Google real estate experiment
Mon, 15 Dec 2025 20:05:30
Google is displaying real estate listings as search results in some markets — prompting questions about IDX violations and analyst speculation about risks to the portals. read more»