Georgia Woman Admits Guilt in Three-Year Mortgage Fraud Case
Georgia woman pleads guilty in a significant mortgage fraud case, raising concerns about compliance and risk management in the lending industry.
Supreme Court refuses to review NAR’s appeal regarding DOJ investigation.
Supreme Court declines to hear NAR's appeal against the DOJ, leaving significant implications for industry regulations and private lenders navigating compliance.
Housing demand remains strong but faces threats from rising mortgage rates.
Pending contract data shows a slight 1% increase, reflecting slowed demand due to elevated mortgage rates, highlighting market dynamics for private lenders.
Mortgage Applications Decline Following the Holiday Period
Demand for mortgage applications fell by 3.7% last week, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association's survey, indicating shifting trends in borrowing activity.
James Whitlinger appointed as permanent CFO of Freddie Mac
Whitlinger, with a decade at Freddie Mac, steps up as CFO after Lown's exit, bringing extensive experience to steer the company's financial strategy.
Could the NAR-DOJ Dispute Reach the Supreme Court Soon?
The Supreme Court's consideration of NAR's writ could impact real estate regulations, raising crucial implications for private lenders in the industry.
CFPB Files Lawsuit Against Experian for Inadequate Consumer Dispute Handling
CFPB alleges a major credit reporting agency breached the Fair Credit Reporting Act, potentially impacting accuracy in consumer credit reporting for lenders.
CFPB introduces regulation to remove medical debt from credit reports.
New regulations amend Regulation V, enforcing the FCRA, to prohibit credit reporting companies from including medical bills in lender reports, enhancing borrower protection.
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Struggling with CRM implementation? Discover essential strategies and a clear plan to effectively utilize your CRM and enhance workflow in the mortgage industry.
Lower Acquires Software Company Neat Labs in Strategic Move
Lower has acquired Neat Labs to enhance its point-of-sale technology, creating a seamless application-to-funding mortgage platform for private lenders.