Renters gain financial edge over homebuyers in key U.S. markets: Realtor.com

Renters gain financial edge over homebuyers in key U.S. markets: Realtor.com

As first-time homebuyers contemplate their housing options, the financial calculus between renting and owning is essential. Against the backdrop of elevated mortgage rates and soaring home prices, discerning the evolving financial dynamics... Read more »
CMG Financial inks seven-year partnership with Sagent

CMG Financial inks seven-year partnership with Sagent

California-based mortgage lender CMG Financial will partner with fintech Sagent for seven years as it brings its servicing business in-house. CMG Financial is “doubling down on controlling lifetime customer experience,” and the... Read more »
Freddie Mac reports ‘solid financial results’ in 2023 earnings report

Freddie Mac reports ‘solid financial results’ in 2023 earnings report

Government-sponsored enterprise (GSE) Freddie Mac reported a 65% annualized increase in income stemming from its single-family mortgage programs in fourth-quarter 2023, along with a 13% increase in net income for the full... Read more »
China’s financial institutions urged to support property developers

China’s financial institutions urged to support property developers

An artwork juxtaposing Chinese yuan cash bills with the China’s flag Javier Ghersi | Moment | Getty Images China’s financial institutions should provide strong support to the country’s beleaguered real estate sector... Read more »
Freddie Mac reports ‘solid financial results’ in 2023 earnings report

Financial services firm Consolidated Analytics acquires Real Info

Financial services firm Consolidated Analytics acquired Real Info, Inc. — a provider of property data and valuation technology solutions. With the acquisition, Consolidated Analytics expands its valuation solutions, offering clients tools —... Read more »
Freddie Mac reports ‘solid financial results’ in 2023 earnings report

Williston Financial Group’s MyHome acquires Volly

Williston Financial Group is closing out 2023 with yet another acquisition. The firm announced Thursday that MyHome, a WFG subsidiary, has acquired technology and marketing services provider Volly. The financial terms of... Read more »
FirstHome IQ now has 60 ambassadors boosting financial literacy

FirstHome IQ now has 60 ambassadors boosting financial literacy

FirstHome IQ, a nonprofit focused on homeownership and financial literacy education, has expanded its ambassador program and now has 60 mortgage and real estate professionals who donate a portion of every loan... Read more »
Fidelity National Financial is latest victim of a cybersecurity attack

Fidelity National Financial is latest victim of a cybersecurity attack

Fidelity National Financial (FNF) was attacked by a “cybersecurity incident” that led the system to shut down some of its network, the company said. FNF blocked access to certain systems, which resulted... Read more »
Building a fairer financial future with rent payment reporting

Building a fairer financial future with rent payment reporting

California’s SB 1157 has made a significant impact on the lives of tenants in subsidized housing developments. This groundbreaking state-specific law mandates that landlords who own or operate such properties offer their... Read more »
Financial Crisis 2008 Explained: Causes and Effects

Financial Crisis 2008 Explained: Causes and Effects

What Caused the Financial Crisis in 2008? The financial crisis of 2008 is a significant event that affected the global economy. The crisis was caused by several factors that led to the... Read more »