09 July 2025

• Fannie, Freddie ordered to accept new VantageScore 4.0 credit score
  While questions remain about the new policy, FHFA Director Bill Pulte says lenders must still use "tri-merge" process to obtain scores from all three major credit bureaus.
• Hive MLS hires RentSpree to assist members
  RentSpree's tenant screening, application processing and marketing will now help members of Hive MLS work with renters
• Portal wars field a new fighter — backed by the country’s largest news publisher
  Mysterious newcomer plans to generate buyer and seller leads quickly after teaming up with Gannett Company to display listings across its news sites.