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Industry Watch: Changes to reporting requirements at Ginnie Mae and more
FICO has announced a milestone in the adoption of FICO Score 10 T by the mortgage industry: Since 2023, clients...
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Ginnie Mae President McCargo to step down in May
Former advisor to HUD secretary also served for 10 years at Fannie Mae
Notable mortgage industry additions and promotions, April 15-19
Geneva Financial has announced that Jessie Ermel has joined its leadership team as chief compliance officer. As CCO, Ermel will
Existing home sales see expected drop after rates, applications foreshadow decline
Sales still up on average over first quarter, but momentum clearly stalled
Housing starts tumble in March; permits down, too
Loss of momentum comes as rising mortgage rates stall overall housing market
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Redefine the Lending Experience
From lead generation to data security, AI will change how you interact with your clients
The final whistle hasn’t been blown on inflation
The kick went wide left. That’s what 28% of you said when assessing the Federal Reserve’s work in taming inflation
Q&A: Odeta Kushi, First American Financial Corp.
All eyes will be on the housing market this spring, the typical time of year that most home sales occur.
Untangle the Confusion
Educate your clients about the housing market to clear up any misunderstandings
Commercial Articles
Retail malls survive as they morph into something new
If anyone needed more evidence of the continuing sad fall of the American mall, look no further than a recent
A Powerful Tool for Refinancing
A Small Business Administration program may be a game-changer for borrowers
Cannabis Meets Main Street
The industry is working to become a normal part of the local economy
Scale the Wall of Maturities
Consider these strategies when dealing with soon-to-expire loans
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The Loan Originators’ Edge: Christian Groomes, Lima One Capital
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Mortgage Banking
Federal judge blocks implementation of Community Reinvestment Act overhaul
New rules — now put on hold — redefine area in which banks 'do business'
Read More »Q&A: Jamie Woodwell, Mortgage Bankers Association
Look for commercial activity to bounce back in 2024
Read More »Commercial real estate loans put pressure on another regional bank
NYCB's troubles spark fears of another regional banking crisis
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Hit the Books
Connect with real estate agents by teaching continuing education courses
Read More »Now Is the Chance to Build Your Career
With refinances slowing, use this moment to gain loan product expertise
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Password Fatigue Is More than a Minor Hassle
A growing number of apps, often with separate logins, complicates everyday tasks
Read More »Redefine the Lending Experience
From lead generation to data security, AI will change how you interact with your clients
Read More »Don’t Drown in a Flood of Paperwork
AI-powered technology can keep your head above water in a complex regulatory environment
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Cannabis Meets Main Street
The industry is working to become a normal part of the local economy
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Ascertaining the value of an empty parcel of land can be tricky without the right plan
Read More »Build Your Business from the Ground Up
Construction and renovation loans are an increasingly important part of the market
Read More »Market Trends
Are consumers adjusting to the current mortgage rate environment?
Results from Fannie's latest sentiment survey suggest households are recalibrating expectations
Read More »Homeowners who delay a foreclosure often walk away with less cash
Distressed homeowners are more frequently falling out of the foreclosure process before an auction occurs in the post-COVID world. For...
Read More »Q&A: Odeta Kushi, First American Financial Corp.
All eyes will be on the housing market this spring, the typical time of year that most home sales occur....
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