Mortgage & Economy
Mortgage rates, Federal Reserve policy, employment, inflation, and what they mean for Bay Area affordability.
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What Better’s CEO swap means for its future
Daniel Lewis, whose hedge fund shut down in 2016 after 10 years in operation, is taking the helm as interim CEO. But Vishal Garg retains significant influence over the company’s future.
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M/I Homes trades margin for market share as spec sales rise
M/I Homes is trading some margin for sales growth, speed, and market share. Pair that spec-heavy operating model with an asset-light finished-lot supply, and the returns could become considerably stronger. M/I Homes is making a contrarian bet at a time when much of the homebuilding industry is becoming more cautious. While competitors are reducing speculative…
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Zillow promotes two SVPs as Hofmann adds COO duties
After cutting 7% of staff, Zillow expanded Jeremy Hofmann’s role to COO, hired Sandi Knight, and promoted 2 SVPs.
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Zillow says its ‘Housing Super App’ strategy is working
Zillow Q2 2026 revenue rose 18% to $772M, mortgage revenue jumped 75% to $84M, and the quarter ended with a $4M net loss.
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CRMLS CEO Art Carter sees more industry litigation ahead, AI blindspots
CRMLS CEO Art Carter sat down with HousingWire to discuss the AI transformation he believes the industry is ignoring at its own peril.
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NYC buildings agency inspects 180 sites, no imminent hazards
Last month’s structural near-disaster at the former Pfizer headquarters being converted to apartments set off a sweeping inspection of construction sites across New York City. Inspectors checked at 180 sites in all, according to the Department of Buildings. Inspectors found violations, but “we did not find any hazardous structural issues posing an imminent danger to…
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UWM lines up record $2.05B Ishbia–Oaktree capital raise as it posts Q2 loss
UWM Holdings Corp. is pairing the announcement of a record $2.05 billion strategic capital partnership with its second-quarter 2026 results, which show the nation’s largest mortgage lender is still leaning into growth despite higher leverage and moving into the red.
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Rural seniors face growing repair crisis with aging homes
Older housing stock, fixed incomes, severe weather and rising costs can combine to make even basic maintenance financially out of reach.
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Zillow: CPI Shelter Forecast, July 2026
Zillow forecasts 2.8% rent inflation, 3.2% OER inflation annually in July, as measured by the Consumer Price Index. New shelter inflation numbers from the Bureau of Labor Statistics are scheduled to be released on Wednesday, August 12, 2026 at 8:30 ET. Key Takeaway CPI housing inflation is expected to hold near its current pace through…
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Canopy MLS bets on separation, names Steve Byrd its first standalone CEO
Canopy MLS named Steve Byrd CEO and split MLS and association roles to sharpen focus on technology delivery and member advocacy.









