The Federal Reserve kept interest rates unchanged after the latest FOMC meeting, but what does this mean for the mortgage landscape as inflation creeps closer to the Fed’s target?
Read More »Millennial Borrowers Lead the Way in Loan Closing
When it came to home loans, tech-savvy millennials had the fastest closing times, an analysis found. Click through to learn more about which loans were most preferred by young borrowers.
Read More »Less Regulation Won’t Mean Reduced Compliance Work for Lenders
A report quantifying the incremental burden of financial institutions to keep up with regulation changes, revealed historically low regulatory activities in Q12018. Here’s what that means for mortgage lenders.
Read More »A Word from the Wise
A successful career is not without its highs and lows that teach valuable lessons along the way. We spoke with experts to share their wisdom on their experiences, what they’ve learned during their long careers, and advice for the new professional who’s just stepping into the market. Editor's Note: This feature originally appeared in the May issue of MReport, out now.
Read More »Homebuyers Face Their Toughest Competition Yet
If the market feels a little competitive this spring, it’s not just your imagination. Home values are rising, inventory is continuing on a downward spiral, and, according to ...
Read More »Eye on the Industry: Updates on Freddie Mac, Genworth, and More
From new appointments and partnerships to the latest digital initiatives, catch the latest buzz on the mortgage business in this weekly update.
Read More »Worries Climb Over Rising Home Prices
A new report says that half of the top housing markets in the U.S. are overvalued. As home prices rise for yet another month, some fear for the sustainability of the market. Here’s why.
Read More »Process of Observation
New technology allows for processing rates that exceed human capability in daily data analyses. Editor's Note: This article was featured in the May issue of MReport, out now.
Read More »A New Terrain: How Technology’s Shifting the Industry
The buzzwords in the mortgage industry are changing as technology plays an increasingly important role in providing lenders with an edge over the competition. We look at what’s changed and how the industry’s adapting for a fintech future. Editor's Note: This feature originally appeared in the April issue of MReport.
Read More »16 California Markets Seeing Reduced Homebuyer Demand
Many factors, including rising home prices, are reducing homebuyer demand in these 16 regions in the Golden State.
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