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Keller Williams acquires Michael Lewis Marketing Suite
Keller Williams acquired MLMS, a marketing partner serving 130,000 agents, and plans network-wide deployment by end of Q3 2026.
This housing market looks like 2017 but isn’t
The housing market looks like 2017, but the data tells a different story. Here’s why today’s market is clearing and not heading into another slowdown.
Mortgage applications drop 1.6% as borrower intent shrinks
Mortgage applications fell 1.6% as the 30-year fixed rate rose to 6.37%, refinance fell 4% and purchases rose 21% year over year.
The debt crisis among younger Americans: How it is shaping homeownership — and what lenders can do
The median first-time homebuyer in the U.S. in 40 years old, which is a record high. One of the main reasons is that Millennials typically delay ownership by about 7 years, and Gen Z only have a 26% homeownership rate by their late 20s, far behind previous generations.
Innovations in reverse mortgage lending will drive growth in 2026
The reverse mortgage market is expected to grow in 2026 as lenders innovate with new offerings and adapt to the interest rate environment.
Bank statement loans: More mortgage options for self-employed buyers and homeowners as rates ease
If you’re self-employed, paid on commission, or run a business, you already know the frustration: you can have strong cash flow, great credit, and real assets—yet a traditional mortgage can still feel like a square peg in a round hole.
Luxury home sellers offering more creative concessions
A survey of The Agency brokers saw more than 60% reporting to have seen more concessions this year compared to 2024.
Louisiana again tops the chart for outbound moves
Atlas Van Lines’ 2025 migration study shows US mobility remains low due to high housing costs, with Arkansas and Idaho leading inbound moves.
Redfin defends climate risk transparency after Zillow removes data
Redfin will continue to display First Street climate risk data on listings, citing buyer value and transparency concerns.
