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Industry watch: New eco-friendly residential, commercial loan options and more
CrossCountry Mortgage has launched CCM EasyGreen, a new mortgage product that allows borrowers to save money through eco-friendly improvements to...
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Profit margin on home sales dwindles to lowest point in over two years
Returns still well above historical norms, but see short-term decline
Notable mortgage industry additions and promotions, April 22-26
Guaranteed Rate has promoted CJ Rose to executive vice president of growth & acquisitions, responsible for recruiting talent throughout the
First quarter sees big jump in homebuyer assistance programs
Help for buyers of manufactured housing sees particularly strong increase
CFPB shares update on combating mortgage servicer ‘junk fees’
Improper late fees, inspection fees from servicers incur federal scrutiny
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Residential Articles
Password Fatigue Is More than a Minor Hassle
A growing number of apps, often with separate logins, complicates everyday tasks
Don’t Drown in a Flood of Paperwork
AI-powered technology can keep your head above water in a complex regulatory environment
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
Redefine the Lending Experience
From lead generation to data security, AI will change how you interact with your clients
Commercial Articles
Commercial Spotlight: Southeast Region
Divergent economic experiences for these seven states.
Q&A: Jamie Woodwell, Mortgage Bankers Association
Look for commercial activity to bounce back in 2024
A Powerful Tool for Refinancing
A Small Business Administration program may be a game-changer for borrowers
Regulators Eye Commercial Loans
Greater scrutiny of loan and credit issues will require brokers to work closely with lenders
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The Loan Originators’ Edge: Christian Groomes, Lima One Capital
In the first episode of Scotsman Guide’s new Loan Originator’s Edge podcast, Carl White interviews Top Originator Christian Groomes of...
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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
Read More »Mortgage Education
Marketing Takes More Than a Keyboard
Stand out with a community-based approach to attracting clients
Read More »The Right Strategy
Professional and personal development will help you find greater satisfaction
Read More »Launch Your Independent Mortgage Broker Career
Know the steps to take when moving from the retail to wholesale channel
Read More »Technology
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
Read More »Niche Financing
Cannabis Meets Main Street
The industry is working to become a normal part of the local economy
Read More »Pay Dirt
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....
Read More »Featured Top Originators
Featured Top Originator: Kelly Malatesta, Cadence Bank
No. 1 Top Women Originators, No. 12 Top Dollar Volume
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No. 18 Top Purchase Volume, No. 59 Top Dollar Volume
Read More »Featured Top Originator: Andrew Russell, RCG Mortgage
No. 7 Top FHA Originators, No. 10 Top Mortgage Brokers
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