Texas Attorney General Cautions Localities on Property Tax Law Compliance
Localities are restricted from raising property taxes beyond the no-new-revenue rate under SB 1851, emphasizing compliance and fiscal governance.
Loan Officers Navigate Solutions as Mortgage Rates Exceed 6.6%
Loan officers are adjusting strategies to navigate rising mortgage rates above 6.6%, focusing on innovative solutions to maintain deal momentum in a challenging market.
John Luddy Discusses the Three Crucial Mistakes in Reverse Mortgages
Join Luddy at the Reverse Mastermind Summit for expert insights tailored to new loan officers and those looking to expand their business in reverse mortgages.
AD&C Credit Remains Tight, but NAHB Index Indicates Easing Pressure
Credit conditions for AD&C loans have tightened again, though at the slowest pace in four years, signaling potential shifts in the market landscape.
Real Estate Agent Splits and Autonomy: The Next Industry Battleground?
Industry consultants discuss the evolving role of agents amid consolidation, considering changes in splits, autonomy, and the future of broker-provided leads.
IMB Production Profits Remain Stable Amid Rising Costs
Independent mortgage banks and bank subsidiaries reported a pretax net production profit increase to $727 per loan in Q1 2026, highlighting profitability trends.
Stockholder of Two Harbors Files Suit to Halt CCM Merger Vote
A stockholder has filed a federal lawsuit against Two Harbors Investment Corp. and its directors, alleging misleading proxy disclosures that could impact shareholder trust.
Mortgage Rates Climb as 10-Year Treasury Yield Rises
Rising 10-year yield impacts mortgage rates as ongoing conflicts, like in Iran, influence market expectations and future interest rate adjustments.
AD Mortgage Reports $407 Million Non-QM Securitization Transaction
AD Mortgage has initiated a $407 million non-QM securitization, comprising 979 loans, with 25% of collateral located in Florida.
UWM Brokers Indicate VantageScore 4.0 Enhances Loan Terms
VantageScore 4.0 reports via UWM have raised credit scores by over 60 points, enhancing pricing strategies and loan eligibility for brokers and private lenders.