Let capitalism cook: The case for repealing MLS clear cooperation rules

The rational case for repealing MLS Clear Cooperation rules.Does cc work? Do I benefit from it? Would I like it to stay in place? Yes. Is it best for consumers, (who anti-trust laws are designed to protect?)  It depends.Are we comparing it to Compass’ gamesmanship ushering in a worst-case scenario w

Reverse mortgage analysts weigh in on HECM limit for 2025

The Federal Housing Administration (FHA) announced this week that the Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM) limit for 2025 will be $1,209,750. But reverse mortgage industry analysts who regularly cover developments in the space are split on whether the increase will make a material difference in th

Texas cities lead the way for medium-density housing growth

New-home construction in the U.S. has focused on single-family and multifamily inventory growth to boost supply and affordability. But StorageCafe found that in 2023, most states overlooked one key solution to the affordability crisis: more inventory of “middle housing.”That revelation comes from a