Move-up homebuyers drive surge in mortgage loan applications
Purchase loan demand was up 11 percent last week, with "surprisingly strong" demand from conventional loan borrowers given lingering economic uncertainty, MBA economist Mike Fratantoni says.
Vija Williams leaves Place for coaching position at Cheplak Live
Industry veteran Vija Williams has left award-winning proptech platform Place for Cheplak Live. In her new position, Williams will focus on delivering high-level coaching to team leaders and broker-owners.
Barbara Corcoran lists Manhattan penthouse for $12M
Corcoran is letting go of her dream penthouse of 10 years, which boasts stunning Central Park views, because she and husband Bill Higgins need a one-story apartment as they grow older.
A June rate cut is now seen as off the table as Fed stays put
Central bank policymakers need time to assess Trump administration's "substantial policy changes" in areas including tariffs, immigration, taxation and regulations
FEMA held back Direct Lease for LA wildfire survivors. Here’s why
Despite more than 13,000 homes destroyed in the January Los Angeles wildfires and many residents still trying to pick up the pieces, the program was never activated in Los Angeles. According to a FEMA spokesperson, housing data doesn't justify the need for it.
Zillow turned a profit in Q1 for the first time in years
The portal lifted its rental and mortgage segments in the first three months of 2025, earnings data released Wednesday shows. CEO Jeremy Wacksman said the gains came despite a tough market.
Keller Williams appoints new chief financial, operating officers
Two months after naming a new CEO, Keller Williams has chosen Tim Dieffenbacher and Stacie Herron to lead the franchisor's financial and operations teams.
Federal layoffs are fueling an inventory surge in nation’s capital
Active listings in Washington, D.C., have surged 25.1 percent year over year, the largest jump on record and nearly double the national increase of 14.2 percent, new Redfin data released Wednesday shows.
10 conversion scripts for winning buyers over this spring
Be an information communicator, writes coach Annette DeCicco, to bring value to your buyer conversations. Practice and rehearse your lines. Every expert does.