Why MLS listings outperform off-market sales in San Francisco
The study analyzed thousands of verified transactions from 2022 to 2024 using MLS data from SFAR, California Regional MLS, and…
Category: Real Estate News
NewDay USA announces leadership for new mortgage program
“Ken and Neil both embody the heart of NewDay and our core mission to help Veteran families achieve the American…
FOA’s Q3 loss contrasts with sharp rise in adjusted income
Adjusted net income rose to $33 million, or $1.33 per share, up 136% from the prior quarter and 120% higher…
Mortgage applications fall 1.9% in late October
“Mortgage rate movements were mixed last week as Treasury yields moved slightly higher following last week’s FOMC meeting. The 30-year…
Point and Blue Owl issue $390M HEI securitization
“This transaction reflects growing confidence in home equity investments as a mainstream asset class,” Eddie Lim, co-founder and CEO of…
SERHANT. expands to Las Vegas with top agents
Las Vegas is SERHANT.’s fourth new market entry this year. The company most recently debuted in Rhode Island after launching…
Data transparency or market manipulation?
Mortgage-pricing data has gone digital. But when does transparency turn into coordination? In early October 2025, mortgage-technology provider Optimal Blue…
How ICE’s climate data helps close risk gaps and reduce lender blind spots
Extreme weather events are now more than just an occasional disruption; they are redefining the landscape of housing finance. And,…
The next wave of AI in title & escrow
Artificial intelligence is no longer theoretical for title and escrow professionals. It’s already reshaping how they work. Progress is accelerating…
Opteon acquires Equity Valuation Partners
“Modernization isn’t about replacing professionals, it’s about enabling them to deliver more value,” said Chris Knight, CEO at Opteon. “By…