“Better Forever” incentive is not offered on HELOCs, nor to borrowers who apply through third-party platforms like LendingTree, CreditKarma, Bankrate or Nerdwallet. Source: Inman News
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CAR publishes open letter to support LA wildfire victims
By The Citizen on February 5, 2025
The letter, to be published in the “LA Times” and other prominent news outlets, provides information for California residents impacted by the fires about price…
Compass launches ‘Compass One’ client portal and dashboard
By The Citizen on February 3, 2025
The new portal went live on Monday as debates over Clear Cooperation have come to a peak. It will allow clients access to Compass exclusives,…
Tony Hawk calls homeownership ‘saving grace’ during career slump
By The Citizen on January 31, 2025
Inman Connect San Diego keynote and skateboarding icon Tony Hawk appeared on SoFi’s Richer Lives podcast and shared how his first home purchase saved his…
Typical days on market reaches slowest pace in 5 years: Redfin
By The Citizen on January 30, 2025
Persistent market headwinds resulted in a slow beginning to the year, according to Redfin. The typical days on market reached 54 days this month —…
First-time buyer savings platform Foyer raises $6.2M
By The Citizen on January 28, 2025
Contributing investors included Alpaca VC, Hometeam, Animo Ventures and ResilienceVC. Funds will help Foyer integrate “down payment assistance, credit score recommendations, and mortgage guidance into…
Brokers are beginning to see bright side of post-settlement landscape
By The Citizen on January 21, 2025
Industry changes stemming from the National Association of Realtors’ antitrust settlement have made listing appointments easier, among other perks, real estate leaders told Inman. Source:…
Choosing mortgage partners who deliver for your clients
By The Citizen on January 3, 2025
When it comes to home finance, every detail matters, Ojo Labs’ Chris Heller writes. That’s why choosing the right mortgage partner to refer your clients…
Older buyers prioritizing lifestyle over climate risk, Redfin says
By The Citizen on December 16, 2024
In 2023, nearly 37 percent of homes bought by individuals aged 65 and older were located in areas with high risk of extreme heat, compared…
Home equity an underutilized key to retirement readiness, Point says
By The Citizen on December 10, 2024
A new analysis from home equity financial platform Point reveals that many homeowners overlook equity as a valuable financial resource — despite it being a significant…