(Reuters) – The top U.S. watchdog agency for consumer finance on Monday accused Rocket Homes, a unit of Rocket Companies, and a group of real estate brokerages of an illegal kickback scheme to steer mortgage applications to Rocket Mortgage.
“Rocket engaged in a kickback scheme that discouraged homebuyers from comparison shopping and getting the best deal,” said CFPB Director Rohit Chopra. “At a time when homeownership feels out of reach for so many, companies should not illegally block competition in ways that drive up the cost of housing.”
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