Mortgage Rates Stabilize as Inflation Shows Signs of Easing
January storms impacted existing home sales, yet a favorable inflation report instills hope for mortgage rate stability among housing professionals and consumers.
Rate and Betterment initiate partnership for mortgage incentives.
Chicago-based mortgage lender Rate has partnered with Betterment to provide innovative mortgage incentives, enhancing financing options for customers investing in their financial future.
Fairway Home Mortgage Forms Educational Partnership for Home Equity Credential
Fairway Home Mortgage partners with NAIFA to launch a new educational credential, enhancing professional development for insurance and financial advisors.
Fed Vice Chair Advocates for Basel Regulatory Changes to Increase Mortgage Lending
Michelle Bowman argues at a key industry forum that Basel capital rules are driving mortgage lending and servicing away from banks, urging a reassessment.
Report Indicates Decline in All-Cash Home Purchases and Rise in FHA Loans
FHA loan usage declined to 14.4% among homebuyers, indicating a shift in financing trends—essential insights for private lenders.
Housing demand rebounds as mortgage rates approach 6%
Housing demand increased as winter weather effects diminished, with a rise in pending sales and new listings, and a slight reduction in price cuts.
Major mortgage lenders report robust activity in originations.
Lower mortgage rates are spurring increased pipelines, as lenders report a rise in refinancing incentives coupled with improving purchase demand in the market.
AI Hype vs. Signal: Implications of Super Bowl LX Ads for Homebuilders
Explore how Super Bowl LX's high-stakes advertising reflects shifting investment trends and the impact of technology narratives on capital behavior in the mortgage industry.
Court Upholds Racially Targeted Special Purpose Credit Program in Washington
A federal judge has upheld a special purpose credit program aimed at addressing the racial homeownership gap in Washington state, impacting private lenders.
Exploring Social Security Planning to Facilitate Reverse Mortgage Discussions
Reverse mortgage professionals should prioritize Social Security education to foster trust with clients and effectively discern their needs for tailored solutions.