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Notable mortgage industry additions and promotions, March 25-29
Guaranteed Rate has announced the appointment of Carlos Mata as Atlanta branch manager. He earned an MBA in international business...
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Pew: Independent lenders ‘critical’ to access of small mortgages
Policymakers need to help both depositories and nonbanks address small mortgage access, nonprofit says
Real estate transactions in office sector down $1 billion from last year
Opening two months of 2024 suffer compared to prior year as asset class grapples with uneven recovery
Typical household earns just under $30K less than it needs to buy a home
And that’s good? Gap has actually shrunk since October, per Redfin
National Case-Shiller price index sees largest yearly jump since 2022
Monthly index performance continues downward trend, however
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A Safer, Easier and More Secure Mortgage Process
Clunky, outdated workflows are being modernized by AI and machine learning tools
Technology Can Be a Sail or an Anchor
Lenders and originators need tools to propel them forward, not hold them back
Q&A: Valerie Saunders, National Association of Mortgage Brokers
Lower interest rates could revive the mortgage market
Featured Top Originator: Andrew Russell, RCG Mortgage
No. 7 Top FHA Originators, No. 10 Top Mortgage Brokers
Commercial Articles
How Mortgage Markets Tick
Understanding market details is crucial to identifying opportunities
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
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Author Showcase: Dottie Sheppick, Specialty Mortgage Product Solutions
In Episode 028 of the Scotsman Guide Author Showcase, Carl White interviews Dottie Sheppick of Specialty Mortgage Product Solutions LLC...
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Commercial real estate loans put pressure on another regional bank
NYCB's troubles spark fears of another regional banking crisis
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No. 8 Top Women Originators, No. 28 Most Loans Closed
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MBA's index falls to lowest reading since 2012
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The Paradigm and Paradox of Mortgage Licensing
Federal regulators must revisit the rules for bank-based originators
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A simple strategy of daily self-improvement can help mortgage professionals find success
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Foster ethical behavior to restore and build trust in the mortgage business
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Lenders and originators need tools to propel them forward, not hold them back
Read More »Everything Is About to Change
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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
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Condotels blend luxury and convenience for those who can overcome the financing challenges
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Values for this asset class are faring better than others, but occupancy challenges persist
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Pew: Independent lenders ‘critical’ to access of small mortgages
Policymakers need to help both depositories and nonbanks address small mortgage access, nonprofit says
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Innovative companies are generating products to remove housing market barriers
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No. 8 Top Women Originators, No. 28 Most Loans Closed
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