Illinois offers affordable entry points for first-time buyers
Illinois remains more affordable than the U.S. median as price reductions and steady absorption create openings for first-time buyers.
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ALTA Good Deeds Foundation awards $105K in grants, honors late board chair
ALTA honored the late Mary O’Donnell, who worked as foundation board chair and president and CEO of Westcor Land Title Insurance Co.
CoStar economist details housing risks of extended government shutdown
Carl Gomez, chief economist and head of market analytics at CoStar Group, said the shutdown is casting a psychological shadow on housing.
Zillow’s ChatGPT integration could redefine — or violate — MLS policies
Critics say the integration breaches IDX display rules, while others see it as a needed wake-up call for modernizing MLS policies.
Kansas City Fed chair backs cautious approach on rates
Kansas City Fed Chair Jeff Schmid said he voted in favor of the Fed’s September quarter-point rate cut but sees no need for aggressive easing.
Texas housing inventory grows as sellers trim prices
With rising inventory and slower sales, Texas sellers are adjusting listings. Key strategies in a more crowded market.
Fifth Third buys Comerica in nearly $11B deal
The transaction is expected to close by the end of the first quarter of 2026, pending approval from each company’s shareholders.
Flueid launches enhanced title verification platform
Flueid will showcase the platform this week at ALTA ONE, offering appointments for live demonstrations, including previews of new AI features.
Florida homes take longer to sell as price cuts rise
Nearly half of Florida listings show price cuts, with a 98-day median on market as sellers adjust to slower demand.
Exclusive: CrossCountry Mortgage CEO unveils organic growth strategy
Rather than pursuing mergers and acquisitions to strengthen its origination and servicing platforms, the company has focused on organic growth by acquiring mortgage servicing rights (MSRs) and building an asset management arm