CrossCountry Mortgage Acquires Summit Funding to Expand National Footprint and Market Share
Cleveland-based CrossCountry Mortgage (CCM), a prominent player in the retail mortgage lending sector, announced Wednesday its strategic acquisition of Summit Funding. This significant transaction aims to broaden CCM’s geographic reach…
The Unseen Guardians: How Title Agents Foreclose on Fraud Before It Ever Reaches the Closing Table
In the intricate ballet of real estate transactions, the closing table often commands the spotlight. It’s a visible culmination of effort: the crisp rustle of signed documents, the firm handshake…
FrameTec Aims to Reshape Home Construction with Advanced Prefabrication and Robotics
Dozens of innovative companies have sprung up over the past 15 years, each vowing to revolutionize home building. Many haven’t, don’t, and won’t make it through the "early-stage" gauntlet of…
The Widening Wealth Gap: Older Americans Now Hold as Much Real Estate Wealth as Middle-Aged Homeowners
An unprecedented shift in real estate wealth distribution has occurred, with Americans aged 70 and older now holding an equal share of the nation’s housing equity as those in the…
Banks Eye Regulatory Shifts to Reignite Mortgage Market Dominance
Leading financial institutions in the mortgage sector, long anchored by established operational models, are signaling a potential resurgence in their market activity. This renewed engagement hinges on forthcoming adjustments to…
Rhino Launches DealShield to Navigate Climate Risk in Property Insurance for Real Estate Agents and Clients
In an increasingly challenging property market where climate-related disasters are escalating, property insurance startup Rhino has introduced DealShield, a novel software platform designed to empower real estate agents and their…
Teton County’s Affordable Housing Fee Refunded Amid Constitutional Challenge
Teton County, Wyoming, a region synonymous with immense wealth and breathtaking natural beauty, recently made headlines for a $24,325 refund of an "affordable workforce housing" fee. This payment to a…
Homebuilders Navigate Shifting Sands of Demand and Geopolitical Uncertainty Amidst Lingering Affordability Crisis
The U.S. homebuilding sector finds itself in a precarious position, with executives expressing a guarded outlook for the market in 2026. This cautious sentiment is fueled by a confluence of…
EXp Realty Executives and CEO Seek Dismissal in High-Profile Sexual Assault Lawsuit
The legal battle surrounding allegations of sexual assault at a prominent eXp Realty recruiting event has intensified, with the remaining defendants – including former top recruiting agents Michael Bjorkman and…
The Age of Homeownership: A Crucial Factor in Long-Term Financial Well-being, Forcing Real Estate Agents to Adapt
The age at which Americans secure their first home plays a pivotal role in shaping their long-term financial trajectory, and a discernible delay in this significant milestone is compelling real…

















