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Commission facilitator RLTYco secures $20 million in Series A funding

A startup that wants to help independent real estate agents and brokers manage the logistics of their business is getting a big boost. RLTYco, a New York-based company that provides services related to commissions, taxes and health care, has secured $20 million in Series A funding with the hope of providing real estate professionals access…

Rocket’s Varun Krishna on technology and brand presence: ‘We are the Apple of homeownership’

In this week’s episode of the Power House podcast, HousingWire President Diego Sanchez is joined by Varun Krishna, CEO of Rocket Companies and Rocket Mortgage, to explore his background, Rocket’s tech-focused approach to servicing and retention, and its upcoming brand transformation in 2025.  This conversation has been edited for length and clarity. To kick off…

Most prospective buyers want turnkey homes, despite higher prices

In a challenging and expensive housing market, some prospective homebuyers may compromise on certain standards and features to secure their purchase. But survey data released Thursday by Bright MLS found that some standards were top priorities for some buyers. The Maryland-headquartered MLS conducted a survey in mid-December that included 700 prospective homebuyers who were renting…