Mortgage Applications and Refinance Activity Decline During Holiday Week
Mortgage applications fell by 1.4% last week, with a notable drop in refinancing activity for both conventional and government loans, signaling market shifts.
Realtor.com forecasts a gradual recovery of the housing market.
Recovery in the housing market remains sluggish as existing-home sales lag significantly, influenced by ongoing political and economic uncertainties.
Bayview Asset Management Finalizes $1.3 Billion Acquisition of Guild Holdings
Bayview Asset Management's acquisition of Guild Holdings as a private entity could reshape the landscape for private lenders and loan servicing operations.
Bayview Completes Acquisition of Guild, Transitioning Lender to Private Status
Bayview Asset Management's acquisition of Guild Holdings Company transforms Guild Mortgage into a private entity, enhancing strategic focus and operational flexibility.
Swalwell Files Lawsuit Against Pulte for Mortgage Fraud Claims
Swalwell's lawsuit against Pulte highlights claims of mortgage fraud and potential Privacy Act violations, raising crucial questions for private lenders.
Representative Swalwell Files Lawsuit Against FHFA’s Bill Pulte Over Mortgage Records
Rep. Swalwell has sued FHFA director Bill Pulte, alleging unlawful access to his mortgage records, raising significant privacy law concerns in the industry.
RealPage and DOJ Reach Settlement in Antitrust Rental Pricing Case
RealPage can avoid financial penalties but must cease using competitors' nonpublic data for rental pricing, emphasizing fair practices in the industry.
Understanding Agentic AI: Essential Insights for Real Estate Professionals
Real estate agents are leveraging agentic AI for enhanced workflow automation, streamlined lead management, and improved client communication, driving efficiency.
Will stable mortgage rates and a Fed cut enhance home sales?
Discover how the trend of lower, less volatile mortgage rates is influencing the U.S. housing market, shaping opportunities for private lenders.
Mortgage Prepayments Reach 3.5-Year High as Borrowers Seek Refinancing
Mortgage prepayments reached a three-and-a-half-year peak in October, driven by lower interest rates encouraging increased borrower refinancing activity.