Kugler to resign from Fed board, opening position for Trump pick

Kugler, a Biden selection, will resign Aug. 8, opening way for possible ‘shadow chair’ appointment
Is a stock offering on the horizon for Fannie and Freddie?

Bloomberg reports Trump asking bank CEOs to pitch plans to monetize GSEs
Stocks fall as July jobs report dramatically weaker than expected

Downward revisions, cooled labor market might herald rate cuts in September
MBA supporting VantageScore 4.0 incorporation ‘as soon as possible’

Bob Broeksmit: need to move away from ‘outdated government requirement of a tri-merge credit report’
Navigating the perils of lead generation

Four steps to ensure compliance with federal rules for telephone sales and digital marketing
Prioritizing compliance protects brokers, but also helps build relationships

Reviewing the rules frequently can prevent brokers from making costly mistakes and give them a leg up on the competition.
Downpayment assistance tools: Bolstering networks and increasing volumes

As federal support fades, creative downpayment assistance tools can strengthen broker networks and boost purchase volume
Why mortgage lenders should consider direct servicing

Direct servicing can help lenders reduce costs while positioning them to respond to market dynamics
Steps to become an unstoppable mortgage professional

Why being unapologetically human is the greatest advantage in a changing market
Professional discipline: What separates high-performing brokers from the rest

Understand a borrower’s objectives and experience before starting the lending process