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Q4 2023 ‘about as challenging as it could get’ for lenders to generate profits
Latest quarterly performance report from MBA reveals another frustrating period for IMBs
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NAR settles lawsuit, eliminates 6% commission
Lawsuit leads to big payout, could rewrite how buyers and sellers interact with real estate agents during property sale process
Industry Watch: UWM to cover hard credit pull costs and more
Floify has announced the launch of Lender Edition, a newly badged version of its mortgage point-of-sale system that introduces a
Notable mortgage industry additions and promotions, March 11-15
Planet Home Lending has hired Doug Long as senior vice president, divisional sales manager. Before joining Planet, Long was the
Apartment rents rise for first time in seven months
Active under-construction pipelines hamper rent growth in many areas, but demand remains strong
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Residential Articles
Climb To The Top
Non-agency loan programs can help you traverse through the rugged terrain ahead
Featured Top Originator: Andrew Russell, RCG Mortgage
No. 7 Top FHA Originators, No. 10 Top Mortgage Brokers
New Financing Models Could Free Up Inventory
Innovative companies are generating products to remove housing market barriers
Interest Rate Buydowns Could Entice Homebuyers
Even home sellers should consider making use of this tactic
Commercial Articles
Spotlight: Great Plains Region
These seven states are enjoying renewed economic strength.
Q&A: Zach Murphy, Pender Capital
‘Wall of maturities’ offers opportunities for nimble operators
Fix the Housing Crunch One Apartment at a Time
Multifamily housing benefits both investors and communities
Staffing Challenges Plague Senior Housing
The right lender can help operators solve employment issues
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Author Showcase: Franco Terango and Jim Clapp, Certainty Home Lending
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Commercial real estate loans put pressure on another regional bank
NYCB's troubles spark fears of another regional banking crisis
Read More »Featured Top Originator: Marissa Gurtler, Ally powered by Better
No. 8 Top Women Originators, No. 28 Most Loans Closed
Read More »Mortgage credit availability decreases in December
MBA's index falls to lowest reading since 2012
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Head to the Front of the Class
Boost your referral marketing by teaching continuing education courses
Read More »Carve Out Your Niche
Bridge loans are a strong option for growing your business
Read More »From Ignored to Adored
Attracting minority clients is essential, but appealing to these borrowers will require determination
Read More »Technology
Technology Can Be a Sail or an Anchor
Lenders and originators need tools to propel them forward, not hold them back
Read More »Everything Is About to Change
The speed with which artificial intelligence will revolutionize the mortgage business will be shocking
Read More »A Strong Online Approach Ensures Lasting Success
Build brand-name recognition with an effective search engine optimization strategy
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Build Your Business from the Ground Up
Construction and renovation loans are an increasingly important part of the market
Read More »Take Advantage of the Best of Both Worlds
Condotels blend luxury and convenience for those who can overcome the financing challenges
Read More »Retail is Proving Resilient
Values for this asset class are faring better than others, but occupancy challenges persist
Read More »Market Trends
New Financing Models Could Free Up Inventory
Innovative companies are generating products to remove housing market barriers
Read More »A Safer, Easier and More Secure Mortgage Process
Clunky, outdated workflows are being modernized by AI and machine learning tools
Read More »Churches continue to be in demand despite waning attendance
John Muzyka describes the Dallas and Fort Worth area as the epicenter of America’s Bible Belt. “I guess you could...
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Featured Top Originator: Marissa Gurtler, Ally powered by Better
No. 8 Top Women Originators, No. 28 Most Loans Closed
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No. 1 Top Dollar Volume, No. 1 Most Loans Closed
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No. 1 Top VA Volume, No. 2 Top Veteran Originators
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