Trump threatens trade halt if Fed does not cut rates
President urged the Federal Reserve to cut rates after August payrolls rose by 162K and unemployment held at 4.1%
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Fay Group acquires VanDyk Mortgage to expand conforming loan footprint
Deal brings Fannie, Freddie and Ginnie execution plus MSR book
ICE raids strain homebuilder labor, cycle times, and bank lines
ICE arrests rose from 32,545 in May to 49,571 in July; homebuilders cite delays, higher bids, and missed closings in some markets
Why mortgage rates barely budged after jobs report beat estimates
A lot is priced into the markets now, as the bond market did the heavy lifting for the Fed
Pulte says FHFA weighing bi-merge, single credit report
FHFA opens door to VantageScore for all lenders
Homebuilder sellers face tougher prices as M&A appetite slows
Selective acquirers are prioritizing integration and discipline, while smaller builders face margin pressure and tighter credit
Is NWMLS’ First Look the template for MLS coming soon policies?
Compass sued in April 2025 over NWMLS rules, and analysts expect more MLSs to add pre marketing options.
The biggest impact of the SpaceX IPO won’t be in Silicon Valley
Luxury buyers prioritize privacy, acreage, and optionality and they often pay premiums when scarce properties surface.
Vishal Garg lays out Better turnaround plan amid battle with board
Better’s special committee has called for shareholders to reject Garg’s consent solicitation and support the board’s current strategy
The missing step in real estate marketing is the reply
Turn one way outreach into a conversation with formats that invite responses.