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Better launches ChatGPT-based credit decision engine for mortgage and HELOC lenders

March 5, 2026 by bp56691

Better.com has launched a conversational credit decision engine that lets mortgage and home equity lenders run underwriting through ChatGPT using the company’s Tinman AI platform.

Study finds 65-year-olds need $135K for long-term care

March 5, 2026 by bp56691

Study finds 65-year-olds need 5K for long-term care

The type of care — home health, assisted living or nursing home — and where a person lives can drastically affect costs.

NAR speaks out on “coming soon” listings

March 5, 2026 by bp56691

NAR says it has no national “coming soon” policy, leaving listing status rules to local MLSs and emphasizing MLS benefits for consumers and competition.

New eXp division bridges homebuilder-brokerage service gap

March 5, 2026 by bp56691

eXp New Homes is designed to help agents navigate the complexities of the development process while delivering a higher level of service.

Trump 401(k) plan, if expanded, could advance universal retirement

March 4, 2026 by bp56691

A recent op-ed concluded that Trump’s proposal, if expanded, could help move the nation toward a “more inclusive” form of capitalism.

Engel & Volkers: Next generation of luxury homebuyers ready to make their mark

March 3, 2026 by bp56691

The report found that 77% of participants save at least $1,500 per month, indicating a focus on long-term financial planning.

Baird & Warner launches AI social media assistant

March 3, 2026 by bp56691

Agents can upload photos, videos and links or allow the system to suggest content by scanning local news and MLS data.

Portland tests PadSplit model to ease inventory, affordability crunch

March 3, 2026 by bp56691

The pilot aims to unlock spare bedrooms across the city to ease affordability pressures and expand housing inventory.

Experian imposes another price increase on mortgage credit reports, resellers say

March 2, 2026 by bp56691

Resellers say Experian added another mortgage lender price increase of about 3%, after 2026 credit report hikes reached as much as 50%.

Will war with Iran send mortgage rates higher or lower?

March 1, 2026 by bp56691

Mortgage rates ended last week at 5.99% as the 10-year hit a 2026 low, but now we have a new variable: war with Iran.