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Rocket seeks $1.2B notes sale to repay 2026 bonds
Rocket Companies plans to issue $1.2 billion in debt, with proceeds earmarked to pay upcoming maturities and other debt obligations, the company announced Tuesday.
2026 The Thousand: The Gedalje Group moves into top 10 after 468 sides in 2025
The Gedalje Group closed 468 sides and $245 million in 2025, ranking No. 10 for sides in RealTrends Verified The Thousand.
HousingWire acquires Keeping Current Matters to deepen local data for agents
HousingWire acquires Keeping Current Matters, adding hyperlocal market intelligence to the tools real estate agents use to win listings and build client trust.
More reverse mortgage borrowers show deep budget deficits
GreenPath data shows rising budget deficits among low-income seniors seeking reverse mortgages as a new HUD grant funds free HECM counseling.
How will mortgage rates respond if the ceasefire in Iran expires?
Mortgage rates continued to move lower this week as financial markets digested the latest geopolitical activity, but a number of factors could prompt investor fears to rise again this week.
Most homeowners wish they knew more about down payments before buying, survey finds
New American Funding survey finds most homeowners put 10% down or less, yet many still believe a 20% down payment is required.
Houston Association of Realtors, Repliers form data access partnership
As part of the agreement, HAR.com will integrate additional proprietary datasets into the Repliers platform at no cost to subscribers.
Colorado AG voids MV Realty Homeowner Benefit Agreements
Colorado AG reached a consent judgment voiding MV Realty 40-year contracts, clearing title filings, and stopping about $8.4 million in fees.
Why real estate brokerages are turning marketing into a growth engine
Brokerages are shifting marketing into a growth role tied to recruitment, adoption and revenue, with research citing 1.4x growth.
