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Notable mortgage industry additions and promotions, April 15-19
Geneva Financial has announced that Jessie Ermel has joined its leadership team as chief compliance officer. As CCO, Ermel will...
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Existing home sales see expected drop after rates, applications foreshadow decline
Sales still up on average over first quarter, but momentum clearly stalled
Housing starts tumble in March; permits down, too
Loss of momentum comes as rising mortgage rates stall overall housing market
Four in five sellers still feeling lock-in effect — but that figure is improving
Realtor.com reveals new data suggesting that homeowners are adjusting to status quo of rates
Share of renters who believe they’ll never own jumps by more than 10%
Lack of affordability dampens optimism for homeownership, according to survey
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Residential Articles
Spotlight: Southeast Region
Affordable homes and growing economies are driving migration to these states.
Having Their Avocado Toast and Eating It, Too
Appeal to younger mortgage applicants with the right mix of technology and human contact
Untangle the Confusion
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Commercial Articles
Commercial Spotlight: Southeast Region
Divergent economic experiences for these seven states.
A Powerful Tool for Refinancing
A Small Business Administration program may be a game-changer for borrowers
Scale the Wall of Maturities
Consider these strategies when dealing with soon-to-expire loans
Regulators Eye Commercial Loans
Greater scrutiny of loan and credit issues will require brokers to work closely with lenders
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Author Showcase: Dottie Sheppick, Specialty Mortgage Product Solutions
In Episode 028 of the Scotsman Guide Author Showcase, Carl White interviews Dottie Sheppick of Specialty Mortgage Product Solutions LLC...
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Mortgage Banking
Federal judge blocks implementation of Community Reinvestment Act overhaul
New rules — now put on hold — redefine area in which banks 'do business'
Read More »Q&A: Jamie Woodwell, Mortgage Bankers Association
Look for commercial activity to bounce back in 2024
Read More »Commercial real estate loans put pressure on another regional bank
NYCB's troubles spark fears of another regional banking crisis
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Get to Know These Fresh Faces
A youth movement is creating new opportunities in the single-family rental market
Read More »Ashley McKenzie-Sharpe, Neo Home Loans
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Read More »Downpayment Assistance Can Aid Everyday Borrowers
Teachers, firefighters, police officers and more can benefit from these programs
Read More »Technology
Password Fatigue Is More than a Minor Hassle
A growing number of apps, often with separate logins, complicates everyday tasks
Read More »Redefine the Lending Experience
From lead generation to data security, AI will change how you interact with your clients
Read More »Don’t Drown in a Flood of Paperwork
AI-powered technology can keep your head above water in a complex regulatory environment
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Cannabis Meets Main Street
The industry is working to become a normal part of the local economy
Read More »Pay Dirt
Ascertaining the value of an empty parcel of land can be tricky without the right plan
Read More »Build Your Business from the Ground Up
Construction and renovation loans are an increasingly important part of the market
Read More »Market Trends
Are consumers adjusting to the current mortgage rate environment?
Results from Fannie's latest sentiment survey suggest households are recalibrating expectations
Read More »Homeowners who delay a foreclosure often walk away with less cash
Distressed homeowners are more frequently falling out of the foreclosure process before an auction occurs in the post-COVID world. For...
Read More »Q&A: Odeta Kushi, First American Financial Corp.
All eyes will be on the housing market this spring, the typical time of year that most home sales occur....
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