UWM downgraded by Fitch after Q2 loss, Oaktree deal
Fitch Ratings downgraded the long-term issuer default ratings of United Wholesale Mortgage (UWM) to B+ from BB-, citing a sharp increase in leverage driven by second-quarter losses and higher borrowings. UWM’s ratings outlook is stable, Fitch said. UWM’s corporate leverage, measured as gross nonfund
CEO Panel: Taking the Risk Out of AI
Above, from left, Rajeev Sajja, Marki Lemons Ryhal, Charles Oppler, Amy Gromowski and Matthew Rathbun AI usage has increased exponentially over the past year, as brokers and agents implement the technology to increase efficiency, enhance relationships and modernize marketing. But with AI’s advantage
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REMAX, Keller Williams win final approval of Batton 1 settlement
REMAX and Keller Williams have received final approval of their homebuyer commission lawsuit settlement agreements in the Batton 1 lawsuit. Judge LaShonda Hunt, who is overseeing both of the Batton lawsuits, granted final approval to both settlements this week after a fairness hearing on Tuesday.
The off-MLS debate moves to Washington, and agents need a clear script
There is a number every listing agent should be able to explain this week: 4.6%. It is the premium Compass says its private listings earn sellers. There is a second number that says the opposite. And there is now a third party, the United States Congress, asking which one is true. Start with Washing
Longbridge originations jump 38%, propelling Ellington to $54.4M profit
Ellington Financial Inc. on Thursday reported second-quarter 2026 net income attributable to common stockholders of $54.4 million, driven by strong loan credit performance and growing reverse mortgage production at its Longbridge Financial subsidiary. The Connecticut-based real estate investment tru
Gibson suit plaintiffs can notify MLSs about settlement data duties
The Gibson home seller commission lawsuit plaintiffs have been authorized to send a notice to all of the MLSs that opted into the National Association of Realtors’ (NAR) commission lawsuit settlement reminding them of their responsibilities in the settlement. This comes after Judge Stephen Bough, w
Why the Best Real Estate Marketing Strategies Still Include Direct Mail in 2026
In 2026, real estate marketing is more competitive than ever. Homeowners are bombarded with emails, social media ads, text messages and online promotions every day. While digital marketing remains essential, many agents are rediscovering the value of a strategy that has delivered results for decade
Millrose Q2 2026 results build on new partnerships, growth mojo
Millrose Properties, whose spin-off from Lennar less than 18 months ago ushered in a modern era for residential development land-banking, is showing signs it is not an investment model entirely immune to a fitful homebuilding market, but is holding steady nevertheless. Millrose’s Q2 2026 earnings ca
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