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In the ever-evolving landscape of mortgage banking, executives face the critical challenge of leading their teams through turbulent times. The current market, characterized by the “higher for longer” scenario, presents unique obstacles: originators grapple with lower production, low housing inventory, and high rates, while operations professionals endure layoffs and relentless…

We continue to see a consistent pattern in net operating percentages as they relate to increasing revenue levels. As revenue increases, there is a general downward trend in net operating percentages, further confirming that higher revenue levels may be associated with increased operating costs or other factors that decrease the…

In the fast-paced world of social media, real estate professionals are increasingly turning to Instagram to grow their client base and establish their brand. However, many find that their efforts aren’t translating into the loyalty and engagement they hoped for. The root cause? A widespread reliance on “talking head” videos…

Global asset manager Bain Capital announced Monday that it has acquired a controlling stake in Archwest Capital, a California-based company that offers financing to residential real estate investors. The financial terms of the deal were not disclosed, but the companies said in a joint statement that Archwest management, led by…

These brokerage firms and leaders are changing the game in real estate.  Every year, RealTrends chooses GameChangers based on five-year, transaction side percentage data from the RealTrends Verified 500. This year, we chose seven independent brokerage firms and 10 franchises who grew their businesses at astronomical rates. United Real Estate topped the charts with…