On Monday, the U.S. Census Bureau will release its latest Construction Spending Report. Here's what else is happening in the week ahead.
Read More »Talking Barriers to Homeownership
Potential homeowners may face several barriers when trying to buy a home, such as down payments, credit availability, and affordability. A recent report discusses these challenges, and notes the alternatives and options available to buyers.
Read More »Is the Mortgage Industry Prepared for the Next Crisis?
With advancements in technology, underwriting and quality control since 2008 strengthening the mortgage market, how prepared are we for another crisis? Click through to find out.
Read More »Mortgage Capital Trading Updates Security Protocols
Mortgage Capital Trading, Inc., a mortgage hedge advisory and secondary marketing software firm, has announced the implementation of multi-factor authentication security protocols, which require multiple methods to verify a user’s identity for logins and transactions.
Read More »OpenClose Hires FinTech Expert
OpenClose, a multi-channel loan origination system (LOS) and mortgage fintech provider, announced the hiring of Mark Michel, an industry veteran in enterprise-level mortgage technology systems.
Read More »Freedom Mortgage Ranks on Inc. 5000 List
Freedom Mortgage has been named to the 2018 Inc. 5000 list of the fastest growing private companies in the U.S. 2018 marks the sixth straight year that Freedom has been named to this list.
Read More »Reverse Mortgage Rules Receive an Update
The Federal Housing Administration recently announced that it will begin requiring lenders originating new reverse mortgages, to provide a second property appraisal under certain circumstances. Find out what circumstances call for a second appraisal.
Read More »Ocwen Ready to Close on PHH Acquisition
Ocwen announced that it is ready to close on its acquisition of PHH Corporation. Ocwen will acquire all outstanding shares of common stock of PHH for approximately $360 million in cash or $11 per diluted common share.
Read More »Industry Experts Talk the Future of the Housing Market
Industry thought leaders gave insights and discussed the U.S. housing market and what it would look like going into 2019 at a speaker series on Wednesday. Here’s what they shared.
Read More »Where Millennials are Dominating the Market
According to a recent report, millennials are the driving force behind some the the country’s most popular markets. Find out what these young buyers are looking for in these markets.
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