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Kiavi closes $350M RTL securitization, nears $7B in total issuance

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Kiavi, a digital nonbank lender for residential real estate investors, announced Thursday that it closed a $350 million rated securitization of residential transition loans (RTLs). The transaction marks Kiavi’s sixth rated securitization and 24th deal under its LHOME shelf, bringing its total offered notes to more than $6.8 billion since inception, the company said. The […]

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Study reveals bureau score gaps, fueling tri-merge credit debate

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A study by Andrew Davidson & Co. found meaningful credit score discrepancies among the three major bureaus — a key data point for those arguing in favor of maintaining the tri-merge standard rather than shifting to a bi-merge or single-report model. According to the paper, released Friday, 35% of the 245 million scored consumers in

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Lawmakers press DOJ on Compass-Anywhere merger review

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Federal lawmakers are urging the Department of Justice (DOJ) to take a closer look at the closed $1.6 billion merger deal between Compass and Anywhere Real Estate. The effort is being led by Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) and Rep. Becca Balint (D-Vt.) with 16 other Democrats as co-signers. In a letter sent Thursday night and obtained

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The hidden cost of move-in friction: Why the first 30 days can  make or break resident loyalty

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With national vacancy rates hovering around 7%, property managers are under pressure to differentiate, retain residents, and operate more efficiently—all at the same time. The first 30 days of a lease are where those pressures converge. When move-in goes well, it builds trust, reduces friction, and sets the foundation for a productive resident relationship. When

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Older women worry about retirement security, making them prime reverse mortgage candidates

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Women who are 50 and older are feeling the pinch of rising costs and economic uncertainty, even as they enjoy time with their family and hobbies, according to a new AARP survey. The research, part of AARP’s “She’s the Difference” series, highlights financial concerns that weigh heavily on older women — particularly when it comes

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Huntington Bank’s Carolyn Gorman on expanded mortgage footprint with Cadence, Veritex partnerships

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Huntington Bank — which is poised to become a $280 billion institution after its acquisitions of Cadence Bank and Veritex Bank — is aggressively expanding its mortgage footprint across Texas and the Southeast while emphasizing a “partnership” culture over a traditional acquisition model. That’s according to Carolyn Gorman, the bank’s senior vice president and mortgage

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No exodus after all? Manhattan luxury market sales accelerate under Mamdani

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For months, some affluent New Yorkers warned they would leave if progressive policies took hold at City Hall. With Zohran Mamdani now mayor and debate intensifying over a possible city wealth tax or property tax increase, early market data shows no sign of a luxury exodus. Instead, Manhattan’s top tier appears to be accelerating. HousingWire

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Bachman Realty Group joins The Real Brokerage

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The Real Brokerage has added Bachman Realty Group — a 65-agent team serving the Dallas–Fort Worth and Houston metro areas. Led by Tiffany and Greg Bachman, the team closed 650 transactions in 2025 totaling $245 million in sales volume, according to the company. The group joins Real from Fathom Realty. For the Bachmans, Real’s technology

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FirstHome IQ partners with MBA to boost loan officer advocacy on Capitol Hill

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FirstHome IQ, a nonprofit focused on first-time homebuyer education and financial literacy, announced Thursday that it’s teaming up with the Mortgage Bankers Association to bring a coalition of loan officers to Washington, D.C., for the MBA’s National Advocacy Conference in April. The initiative aims to have at least one LO from every state advocating together

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REMAX promotes Chris Lim to president, adds global sales leaders

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REMAX has made some changes to its leadership team. On Wednesday, the company announced the promotion of Chris Lim to president of REMAX.  He will continue to serve as the firm’s chief growth officer. Prior to this promotion, Lim had served as REMAX’s executive vice president and chief growth officer since February 2025.  “I’m excited

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