Fathom Realty has more agents, fewer Q1 sales than a year ago
CEO Marco Fregenal says the flat-fee brokerage is making progress toward achieving 2024 goals despite seasonality and broader industry challenges driving a $5.9 million Q1 net loss. ...
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UWM hiring ‘hundreds’ as mortgage originations surge 24%
Q1 net earnings of $180.5 million were boosted by the sale of $70 billion in mortgage servicing rights (MSRs) and a $141 million markup in the value of the $230 billion in MSRs UWM retained....
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Report reveals struggle LGBTQ+ buyers face after retirement
An LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance survey has revealed the challenges of retirement for LGBTQ homeowners, who worry about safety and acceptance more than their straight counterparts....
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More US mortgages are ‘seriously underwater’ as equity dwindles
The share of seriously underwater mortgages moved up slightly from 2.6 percent to 2.7 percent in the first quarter, according to a report from Attom released Thursday....
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Redfin CEO trying not to ‘count chickens’ after solid Q1 earnings
A solid Q1 earnings report has Redfin CEO Glenn Kelman feeling confident. However, persistent market headwinds are keeping the CEO from being too bullish....
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Judge approves Keller Williams, Anywhere, RE/MAX settlements
The ruling by Judge Stephen R. Bough on Thursday resolves antitrust claims in the Sitzer | Burnett, Moehrl and Nosalek commission cases. However, it won't quash other existing suits from buyers....
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NAR board of directors votes to keep membership dues at $156
The trade group had earlier signaled plans to raise dues in 2025, but during a board of directors meeting Thursday at the Realtors Legislative Meetings voted 894-20 to keep them at $156....
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Here’s who sank and who soared in Q1 2024 earnings
Q1 2024's real estate earnings are in. CoStar and Rocket Mortgage excelled, while RE/MAX and Opendoor face challenges. We've compiled the key highlights in one place. Here's what you might have missed....
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How diversity can enhance your growth and enrich your business
Diversity is the way of the future, writes The Agency’s Mauricio Umansky. Here, he unpacks the advantages of intentionally building a diverse team for your clients, your agents and your business....
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Broker Spotlight: David Caskey, Caskey Real Estate Group
Learn how this Manhattan Beach broker brings client-first service and genuine care to his Southern California market....
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