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BOXABL expands offerings with ‘kit-of-parts’ modular platform
Boxabl is expanding from its Casita ADU to a Phase 2 catalog built from 3 standardized modules. A beta configurator shows 20 plus housing types, including single-family, townhomes, and multifamily, though availability depends on approvals and manufacturing scale.
Cloze Forge platform lets real estate firms ‘vibe code’ custom tools
Custom apps are designed to be secure, scalable and deeply integrated into a brokerage’s workflow from day one, leaders said.
Cole West promotes Chris Winter to President of Homebuilding
Cole West named Chris Winter president of homebuilding. He has led more than 1,400 home deliveries as Southern Utah division president.
Pennymac launches ‘Welcome Home’ mortgage program for Team USA athletes
Pennymac launches its “Welcome Home” mortgage program to give Team USA athletes dedicated lending support and homeownership education.
Is California looking to tax retirement accounts? Experts push back on claims
At issue is a measure called the Retirement and Personal Savings Protection Act, one of several initiatives tied to the billionaire’s tax debate.
‘Stability matters more than ever’ as loan officer mobility slows again in 2025
RETR finds the LO mobility rate fell to 20.6% in 2025, even as producing LOs rose to 225,062 and switches stayed near 46,000.
Disconnected systems fueling title, wire fraud risks
A Q1 fraud report from FundingShield found that 43.72% of transactions were flagged for issues posing significant wire and title fraud risks.
eXp Realty added to Zillow RESPA lawsuit in Seattle
Second amended Zillow RESPA complaint adds eXp Realty, cites alleged steering to Zillow Home Loans, and raises named plaintiffs to 12.
AI-enabled home assistants could reshape real estate listings
AI-enabled home assistants could manage show readiness, access, and feedback, shifting listing operations from agent time to systems.
