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MLSs gear up for the implementation of NAR’s delayed marketing

The National Association of Realtors’ (NAR) Multiple Listing Options for Sellers (MLOS) Policy is slated to go into effect on September 30, and MLSs across the country are gearing up for the implementation of the policy.  The policy, which was announced in early March, outlines the creation of delayed marketing exempt listings. According to the […]

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AVM testing under fire: New methodology challenges industry norms and raises risk for lenders

The reliability of Automated Valuation Models (AVMs) has been thrust into the spotlight in recent weeks, following groundbreaking changes in the way these models are now being tested. The implications for home equity lenders, who rely heavily on AVMs to determine property values, could be far-reaching, especially as the industry grapples with new regulatory questions

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Stephen Miran confirmed as Fed governor ahead of FOMC meeting

In a narrow 48-47 vote, the U.S. Senate confirmed economist Stephen Miran to the Federal Reserve Board of Governors on Monday evening ahead of a highly anticipated FOMC meeting. Miran, chairman of the White House Council of Economic Advisers, was approved by the Senate Banking Committee last week with all Republicans voting in favor and

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