Synergy One to take over Newrez distributed retail mortgage operations

Synergy One Lending, a division of American Pacific Mortgage (APM), will assume control of Newrez’s distributed retail mortgage business under a new strategic agreement announced Wednesday, extending an existing partnership and reshaping both lenders’ retail strategies. The agreement — which is not

Visionary Homes names former Oakwood exec Ryan Smith CEO

Ryan Smith will become CEO of Visionary Homes on Sept. 1, 2026, as founder and current chief executive Jeff Jackson transitions to chairman of the board, the Utah homebuilder recently announced. Smith joined Visionary Homes on June 15 and will work alongside Jackson through the summer before formall

How to Choose the Right Neighborhood: 8 Tips for Success

Buying a home is an exciting time, filled with possibilities and decisions. While the features of the house itself are important, another big decision you’ll face is determining where to live. The right neighborhood becomes the backdrop for your daily life and ultimately defines your sense of home.

Federal Reserve Governors Remain Divided on Interest Rate Adjustments Under New Chair

The Federal Reserve chose to hold interest rates unchanged at the June Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting. The past few months, which have seen both higher inflation and a relatively soft labor market, have also created a sense of deadlock and a wait-and-see attitude among the Fed. While t