Small lenders oppose combining Fannie, Freddie into single entity
Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac should continue to operate as separate companies rather than merged into a single entity, and be regulated like utilities with a cap on excessive fees and prohibitions on backing risky loans. That’s the perspective of an industry group, Community Home Lenders of America (CHLA), that represents small- and mid-sized nonbank […]
Mortgage rates drop sharply as Powell shifts stance on rate cuts
Investors pushed bond yields and mortgage rates down Friday after Fed chair says policymakers are starting to see unemployment as a bigger risk to the U.S. economy than inflation.
NYC luxury agent accused of biting child over concert free T-shirt toss
Compass agent Gail Bomze was arrested after allegedly biting a 7-year-old child during a free T-shirt toss at East Hamptons' Tuesdays on Main beach concert series. Bomze denies the allegations and says she was pushed to the ground by teenagers during the event.
Yes, inventory’s up, but de-listings and expireds slow growth
Windermere Economist Jeff Tucker looks at inventory levels and writes that, while sellers are willing to list, they won't bend on price.
Why every real estate agent ought to care about urban design
Understanding the principles of urban design can help you help your clients find more than a home; they'll find the setting for a new lifestyle, Jason Haber writes.
Presenting price in today’s changing market: Now Streaming
Real estate coach Darryl Davis offers insights for conducting pricing discussions with seller clients, even as the market shifts.
Data confirmation, compensation, Opendoor resignation: Top 5
Looking for a quick catch-up on the buzziest stories of the week? Here’s Inman Top 5, the most essential stories, according to Inman readers.
Pulte dismisses claims he is ‘weaponizing’ mortgage fraud
A "Wall Street Journal" editorial calls Pulte's criminal referral of Federal Reserve governor "an ominous turn in political lawfare" and warns that "weaponizing" Fannie and Freddie's federal regulator "won’t build confidence in America’s institutions or markets."
This is where the future of Texas real estate comes to life
Inman On Tour Texas is back for 2025, bringing together the industry’s top agents, brokers and thought leaders for a one-of-a-kind event.
