Zillow seeks dismissal of consolidated RESPA lawsuit in Seattle
Zillow filed to dismiss a consolidated RESPA lawsuit, arguing no harm or illegal referrals in its agent and loan programs.
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Trade groups push for lower MSR capital charges, tailored mortgage risk weights
Eight trade groups representing lenders are urging federal regulators to revise bank capital rules by adopting a more tailored risk weight for mortgages held on balance sheets and by significantly cutting the capital charge applied to mortgage servicing rights.
Opendoor posts $1.3B loss in 2025 but sees path to profitability
Opendoor lost $1.3B in 2025 as home sales and purchases fell, but executives project breakeven by end of 2026.
New home sales still at multiyear highs
New home sales remain steady at 745,000 in December 2025, while housing permits show no growth and inventory declines.
Older women worry about retirement security, making them prime reverse mortgage candidates
Women who are 50 and older are feeling the pinch of rising costs and economic uncertainty, even as they enjoy time with their family and hobbies, according to a new AARP survey.
Huntington Bank’s Carolyn Gorman on expanded mortgage footprint with Cadence, Veritex partnerships
Huntington Bank projects a 50% rise in mortgage production after acquiring Cadence and Veritex, expanding in Texas and the Southeast.
No exodus after all? Manhattan luxury market sales accelerate under Mamdani
With Zohran Mamdani mayor and debate over a possible city wealth tax or property tax increase, market data shows no sign of a luxury exodus.
Bank capital relief may not quickly shift mortgage market dynamics
Regulatory changes to how banks treat mortgage assets — anticipated this week by Federal Reserve Vice Chair Michelle Bowman — may have an impact on the mortgage market over time, analysts said.
Kentucky bill would freeze property taxes for senior homeowners
Senate Bill 51 would lock in the assessed value of a senior’s primary residence, preventing higher property tax bills.
Analysis questions CFPB’s economic impact, sparks debate over true costs
The report assesses the CFPB’s economic impact, highlighting potential costs to borrowers, but the findings remain a subject of debate.