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AI can accelerate real estate transactions — But it can’t replace the professional work that protects property rights

Mar 30, 2026 · 7:44 AM Chris Morton HousingWire

Artificial intelligence is transforming nearly every corner of the housing industry. Real estate professionals are using AI tools to streamline workflows,…

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The overlooked notarizations quietly slowing mortgage workflows

Mar 30, 2026 · 7:29 AM Michael Morford HousingWire

Lenders have made meaningful progress in modernizing the closing process. eSignatures, hybrid eClosings, and remote online notarization have reduced…

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Housing demand holds up despite mortgage rates at yearly highs

Mar 28, 2026 · 4:54 PM Logan Mohtashami HousingWire

As shocking as it may seem with all the crazy things that have happened in 2026 — AI labor disruption headlines, epic snowstorms and especially the Iran…

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Florida: In choppy 2026, one state is many homebuilding markets

Mar 27, 2026 · 8:30 PM Tyler Williams HousingWire

It may come as a surprise amid the noise, negativity, and volatility in today’s new-home market that Florida remains one of the most dynamic homebuilding…

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DeCaro Auctions expands executive team

Mar 27, 2026 · 7:43 PM HousingWire Automation HousingWire

DeCaro Auctions has expanded its executive team as the luxury real estate auction firm seeks to grow its international platform. The appointments come after…

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Washington just banned noncompete agreements. Will other states follow suit?

Mar 27, 2026 · 7:34 PM Sarah Wolak HousingWire

Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson signed a bill into effect earlier this week that bans noncompete agreements across the state. The move marks a significant…

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BuildersUpdate pay-at-closing model targets builders’ marketing risk

Mar 27, 2026 · 6:13 PM HousingWire Automation HousingWire

BuildersUpdate.com has rolled out a “pay upon performance” model that shifts new-home marketing costs from upfront spend to a flat fee due only when a sale…

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FinCEN’s anti-money laundering rule struck down — now what?

Mar 27, 2026 · 5:59 PM Jonathan Delozier HousingWire

A federal judge in Texas has vacated the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network’s (FinCEN) nationwide anti-money laundering (AML) rule — creating a legal…

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FinCEN’s anti-money laundering rule struck down: what real estate and title professionals need to know

Mar 27, 2026 · 5:59 PM Jonathan Delozier HousingWire

A federal judge in Texas has vacated the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network’s (FinCEN) nationwide anti-money laundering (AML) rule — creating a legal…

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Florida court shields unused reverse mortgage credit from garnishment

Mar 27, 2026 · 4:05 PM Sarah Wolak HousingWire

A Florida appeals court has ruled that funds available but not yet withdrawn from a reverse mortgage line of credit are protected under the state’s…

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