DOJ Opposes NAR Commission Settlement Just Ahead of Tomorrow’s Deadline
DOJ Opposes NAR Commission Settlement In a last-minute move, the DOJ has filed a statement of interest opposing the National Association of Realtors' (NAR) commission lawsuit settlement, just days before its final approval.... Read more ->
Fannie Mae Reports Mortgage Rates Stall 2025 Home Sales Forecast
Fannie Mae Reports Mortgage Existing home sales in the U.S. are expected to remain near historic lows through 2025, according to the latest forecast from Fannie Mae’s Economic and Strategic Research Group. The... Read more ->
Rock Your Cashflow – Top Money Hacks: Master Your Finances with Lisa Brumm
Are you ready to take control of your money and start building the financial future you deserve? Whether you're a business owner, an aspiring entrepreneur, or someone simply looking to improve your personal... Read more ->
U.S. Mortgage Lending Up in Q3 2024, Fueled by Refinancing and Home-Equity Loans
OTA Staff
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Refinancing and Home-Equity Loans U.S. mortgage lending has shown a modest rise in the third quarter of 2024, with 1.67 million mortgages issued, marking a 1.9% increase from the previous quarter. This growth... Read more ->
Safety and Climate Risks Drive 18% of Homebuyers to Move, Survey Finds
OTA Staff
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A new survey reveals that concerns about safety and climate risks are major factors driving Homebuyers to move. Nearly 18% of Homebuyers say crime and safety fears are prompting them to relocate, while... Read more ->
NAR’s $2.6 Million CEO Salary and Lavish Perks Spark Tax Law Concerns
OTA Staff
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Bob Goldberg Former CEO The National Association of Realtors (NAR) is once again facing controversy, this time over extravagant executive compensation. A recent exposé published by The New York Times has shed light... Read more ->
NAR Hit with Antitrust Lawsuit
OTA Staff
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Antitrust lawsuit hits NAR The National Association of Realtors (NAR) is facing another antitrust lawsuit, this time targeting its three-way membership agreement. Filed November 1st in U.S. District Court in Los Angeles, the... Read more ->
$16M Bribery Scheme Caught, Zillow CEO Departs, Historical Household Debt
OTA Staff
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Zillow CEO Departs In major executive shifts, Zillow Group has named Jun Choo as its new Chief Operating Officer. This change follows recent moves by Zillow CEO Jeremy Wacksman, who was appointed in... Read more ->
New York City Council Votes to Ban Broker Fees for Renters
OTA Staff
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Broker Fees for Renters In a landmark decision, the New York City Council has voted to ban the practice of forcing tenants to pay broker fees, a long-standing and controversial feature of the... Read more ->
N.A.R Survey Highlights Decline in First-Time Buyers
OTA Staff
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First-Time Buyers :The National Association of Realtors® Has just released the results of its annual survey, revealing key trends among homebuyers and sellers. The survey sheds light on changing dynamics in the housing... Read more ->
Alexander Brothers Restraining Order, Fathom Earnings, Free Mortgages in Mexico
OTA Staff
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Alexander Brothers Restraining Order Side has filed a temporary restraining order against the Alexander Brothers, Tal and Oren Alexander, accusing the Alexander Brothers of moving collateral tied to a loan extended to Official... Read more ->
Anywhere Real Estate, Redfin and Opendoor Report 3rd Quarter Financial Results
OTA Staff
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Anywhere Real Estate has reported A disappointing third-quarter earnings, missing both revenue and earnings estimates. For the quarter ending September 30, 2024, Anywhere Real Estate generated $1.5 billion in revenue, a slight 3%... Read more ->
