
FHFA delays implementation of controversial DTI-based loan fees
Effective date pushed back three months from May to August ‘to ensure a level playing field’

Effective date pushed back three months from May to August ‘to ensure a level playing field’

Affluent buyers taking wait-and-see approach, according to Redfin

MBA’s credit availability index has dropped 11 times in past 12 months

CMG Mortgage announced its asset acquisition of the retail division of Homebridge Financial Services. Peter Norden, CEO of Homebridge, will act as executive advisor to

Balance offers hope in inflation fight, dials back concerns of larger rate hike from Fed

Mr. Cooper Group announced two executive leadership appointments: Kurt Johnson as chief financial officer and Christine Paxton as executive vice president and chief risk and

$13.1 billion acquisition in jeopardy as commission cites competitive harm in blocking merger

Public comments noted that current market conditions have increased need for 40-year loan mods

Long a sanctuary for investors looking for quality, even CBD assets in large metros are losing some luster

Fed chair says pace of rate increases could also heighten again if warranted
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Leader Bank
Arlington, Massachusetts
5 years in business
In 2023, Lauren helped launch Leader Bank’s Cape Cod Mortgage Office, growing the team from #11 to #2 Purchase Lender. Her volume rose over 40% to $40M in 2025. She’s built a thriving business, a new loan office, and raised three kids. She is a rock star!