Corcoran Launches Its First Affiliate in Long Island
Explore expert insights on residential brokerage, new developments, and investment opportunities in Long Island, tailored for private lenders seeking growth.
OnCourse Learning Introduces AI Tools for Mortgage Education and Exam Preparation
OnCourse Learning introduces AI-driven tools, featuring Rubi, a learning assistant, and a new program for mortgage loan originators to enhance skills.
Mortgage Demand Falls 8.5% Due to 18% Decline in Refinance Applications
Mortgage applications declined by 8.5% as the 30-year fixed rate reached 6.65%. Refinances dropped 18%, while purchase demand slightly eased by 0.4%.
Court Orders MRED to Reinstate Zillow Property Listings
Chicagoland home listings vanish from Zillow and Trulia after MRED's action, impacting market visibility. Learn more about the court's ruling.
Senate Recess Leaves Housing Bill Uncertain and Pending Decision
The Senate's recess leaves critical housing legislation uncertain, impacting private lenders and the broader mortgage landscape. Explore the implications further.
States Consider Loan Classification Amid Expanded HEI Regulations
State HEI legislation is evolving, with Maine establishing standards, Illinois updating licensing, and other states considering the classification of HEIs as loans.
Zillow’s Listing Dispute with MRED and Compass: Key Insights Explained
MRED suspends IDX and VOW feeds to Zillow and Trulia, leading to a preliminary injunction request in an ongoing antitrust lawsuit affecting private lenders.
Addressing the Barrier to Housing Affordability: Ourselves
Explore the complexities of America's housing affordability debate, uncovering how factors beyond rising prices contribute to the ongoing crisis.
Homeowners require more than a mortgage; they need supportive resources.
Explore how R-PACE financing can help Florida homeowners address rising insurance costs and fund essential storm-resilient upgrades amid a housing crisis.
Homeowners increasingly rely on equity as retirement expenses rise.
Explore how spending patterns among households aged 65 and older have evolved, with annual expenses now at approximately $122,000, reflecting significant growth since 2000.