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. In an internal memo to employees reviewed by HousingWire, chairman, president and CEO Mat Ishbia told staff that UWM has “just...

A new Shelterforce report highlights a growing concern for older homeowners in rural America: Housing stability often depends less on affordability than on the ability to maintain aging homes. The report follows Kentucky homeowner Karen Moore, whose leaking roof eventually caused extensive structural damage before help arrived through the Christian Appalachian Project (CAP). “Her roof leaking, but...

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 public safety,” DOB...

For decades, California Regional MLS (CRMLS) has stood at the center of one of the nation’s most complex and influential real estate markets. As CRMLS CEO, Art Carter navigates the organization through unprecedented market conditions, industry consolidation and the rapid rise of artificial intelligence (AI), he’s keeping a steady eye on what matters most; helping brokers and agents adapt. Carter...

Zillow may be facing legal and Realtor Code of Ethics challenges from a variety of sources in and out of the housing industry, but executives feel strongly that the company’s “Housing Super App” strategy is paying off.  “Our strong results and consistent execution demonstrate the durability of our strategy. Zillow is the operating system for modern real estate: AI-native, at the core of the...

Luxury buyers increasingly want homes that eliminate the need for weekend escapes. This newly listed residence near Denver’s Cherry Creek appears to have taken that idea literally. Priced at $5.3 million, the custom-built home at 2821 E. Cedar Ave. sits within the exclusive gated enclave of Cedar Lane, pairing timeless European-inspired architecture with a backyard that feels more like a boutique...

Owning a private island often conjures images of rustic beach huts and weeks of complicated planning before every visit. Vawa Island was created to be something entirely different. Now listed for $10 million, the 75-acre island in Fiji’s spectacular Yasawa archipelago was developed by Shauna and Barry Walker, with Barry best known as the co-founder of cannabis brand Dub Bros. Shauna...

Some luxury condominiums stand out because of their location. Others distinguish themselves through scale. This newly listed residence on Fisher Island offers both. Now asking $36.25 million, the five-bedroom home at Palazzo Del Sol was created by combining two separate apartments into one expansive residence spanning 7,630 square feet. Represented by Jill Eber of The Jills Zeder Group, the home...

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The U.S. housing market regained momentum in the second quarter of 2026, with home prices rising across a larger share of metropolitan areas as buyers returned despite continued pressure from elevated mortgage rates. Home prices increased year-over-year in 80% of U.S. metropolitan markets during the second quarter, up sharply from 71% in the first quarter, according to the latest quarterly report from the...