Essential Referral Partners for Loan Officers to Strengthen Their Pipeline
Explore essential mortgage referral partners and strategies for mortgage loan originators to build and maintain strong relationships for lasting success.
Mortgage Applications Rise 11%, Driven by Refinance Activity
Mortgage applications increased by 11% week-over-week, driven by a 14.3% rise in refinancing activities and a 6.1% gain in purchase applications.
UWM and Chase Introduce Temporary Mortgage Pricing Incentives
UWM offers 75 bps off refinances and a $600 appraisal credit, while Chase promotes a rate sale, providing competitive options for private lenders.
Factors that Will Effectively Improve Housing Affordability
Housing affordability remains a critical issue. Proposed solutions often rely on unrealistic assumptions, suggesting a need for a comprehensive strategy to address the crisis.
LGI Homes Launches New Community in the Seattle Area
Discover Meadow Brook, featuring a diverse range of three to five-bedroom homes, offering private lenders insight into emerging market opportunities.
Housing Supply Gap Expanded to 4.03 Million Homes, New Report Reveals
Explore the significant housing supply gap, particularly the South's 1.62 million home deficit, and its implications for private lenders in today’s market.
Green Brick Partners differentiates through high margins and land-centric strategy.
Green Brick Partners reported a 29.4% gross margin in Q4 2025, despite a 9.2% rise in incentives and a 14% year-over-year decline in starts.
Guidance for Brokerage Leaders in Uncertain Times from Paul Boomsma
LeadingRE CEO Paul Boomsma spoke to brokerage leaders about the uncertain outlook, emphasizing M&A activity, private listings, and profit pressures in the market.
Connecticut legislation addresses private real estate listings.
Connecticut Senate Bill 340 would require public marketing of property listings unless sellers choose to opt out, aligning with similar legislation in three states.
Retirements of Boomers may lead to historic small-business transitions.
Approximately 6 million small and medium-sized businesses will encounter ownership transitions by 2035, presenting opportunities for lenders in the evolving market.