Move Inc., the parent company of Realtor.com, is suing CoStar Group, the parent company of rival Homes.com, over the alleged theft of portal data and documents. In a complaint filed on Tuesday in U.S. District Court in California, Move alleges that James Kaminsky, a former employee who now works for CoStar, stole trade secrets to help fuel the rapid growth of Homes.com. “There is nothing wrong with...

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) on Wednesday announced that it has released five new language translations for 19 separate single-family mortgage documents used for Federal Housing Administration (FHA)-insured mortgage servicing. The new translations — which are available in Chinese, Korean, Spanish, Tagalog and Vietnamese — are accessible from FHA’s language access...

Toronto-based HomeEquity Bank (HEB), Canada’s leading reverse mortgage lender, announced that Katherine Dudtschak has assumed the role of CEO following the retirement of her predecessor, Steven Ranson. Ranson announced his retirement earlier this year, effective June 30. Dudtschak assumed the CEO responsibilities the following day after preparing to take the top spot starting this past May. “With...

Ryan Serhant is reclaiming what’s rightfully his: a spot at the top of reality TV rankings, and the title of New York City’s best-known real estate agent, by inking his first Netflix series and proudly plastering his name across our screens. That’s right, the former Million Dollar Listing New York star is back — and he means business. With his new Netflix series, Owning Manhattan, now out,...

Set on the rocky southern tip of Aquidneck Island off Rhode Island, the summer resort town of Newport is also known as the last bastion of America’s Gilded Age. The wealthy seaside town was once the preferred summer destination of the richest families in the United States, with the Vanderbilts, the Morgans, and the Astors all owning larger-than-life “summer cottages” here. And while they’ve...

“I did what would have taken me hours and a day of pain in 30 minutes.” Better Homes & Gardens / Madison Woiten Weeds are an unfortunate part of maintaining your lawn, garden, and flower beds. Between the difficulty of pulling weeds from their roots to consistent bending and kneeling in hard-to-reach spots, it’s no wonder why the chore is disliked by even the most seasoned gardeners....

We’ve tested hundreds of vacuums—these are our favorites for preventing damage while cleaning your floors. Better Homes & Gardens / Henry Wortock If you want to ensure your wood floors remain scratch-free while optimizing the cleaning experience, you’ll want a vacuum that specifically caters to hardwood flooring. Details like rubberized wheels and soft bristles will pick up debris...

Making sure that your watermelon rind is intact, with no cracks, is a small step that leads to big rewards in taste and quality. Frank Rothe / Getty Images When it comes to selecting the perfect watermelon, appearances can be deceiving. That lush green exterior might promise sweet, juicy goodness inside, but there’s a critical detail that often goes unnoticed until it’s too late:...

From an old tackle box to yummy carcuterie, snackle boxes are the key to transforming road trip snacking. Jason Donnelly Travel days aren’t complete without snacks. Sweet or savory, your favorite snacks can make long days in the car or plane more enjoyable. But bringing your favorite munchies on trips isn’t always cost-effective, practical, or tidy. Frequent stops at the gas station for snacks...

Hot dogs, bacon (yes, even turkey), and deli meat all qualify. We asked nutrition pros to school us about the flavor and health pros and cons. Better Homes & Gardens In the past decade, it seems like nearly anything could be “meat” if we set our minds to it. Mushrooms? Most definitely. Jackfruit? Just heat, stir, and add sauce. Voila: “Pork.” Cabbage and cauliflower steaks are now...