FICO bypasses credit bureaus with new program for mortgage lenders
Fair Isaac Corp. (FICO) has launched a program allowing tri-merge resellers to calculate and distribute its scores directly to mortgage companies.
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Fannie and Freddie waive some loan requirements amid shutdown
Government agencies and enterprises issued guidance on Wednesday for mortgage operations and servicing during the current government shutdown.
Why the FTC is targeting Zillow and Redfin’s rental deal
The government alleges the deal unlawfully transferred assets and eliminated competition, with claims spanning multiple antitrust statutes.
Title insurance premiums rise to $4.5B in Q2
Through the first half of 2025, title premium volume is up 13.2% year-over-year. Insurers have paid $336 million in claims this year.
CrossCountry seeks dismissal in kickback suit
CrossCountry requests dismissal of a lawsuit alleging illegal kickbacks with Raleigh Realty, citing statute limitations and lack of injury.
Broker Public Portal becomes Cribio, chooses the consumer’s side
Since its founding in 2014, the Broker Public Portal has worked hand-in-hand with MLSs to aggregate data and streamline access for consumers.
Record senior home equity is fueling demand for new solutions for older American homeowners
Older American homeowners hold substantial home equity, built over decades of steady ownership. With refinances scarce and mortgage rates still elevated, that stockpile has become the most durable growth story in housing finance—and one of the most practical ways to help older households manage expenses, preserve independence and stay in their homes.
FinCEN delays implementation of anti-money laundering rule
The rule is now slated to go into effect four months later in March 2026, which FinCEN said will give title firms more time to comply.
CFPB ends multiple lender consent orders, opens few new cases
Under the Trump administration, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has been winding down enforcement actions against lenders and servicers while opening only two new cases.
Houston MLS enters data share agreement with DFW counterpart
After this data share with NTREIS, HAR MLS subscribers now have access to listings in Houston, DFW, Austin and San Antonio.