New LO-centric customer retention concept builds loyalty among clients through gift-giving program.
Read More »Sales Tactics for a Tight Market
As an increasing number competes for shrinking inventory, more and more are resorting to inventive ways to land the home of their dreams.
Read More »Racing the Clock
Meeting the needs of today’s mortgage customers with accuracy and speed is more important than ever. Here’s how the industry is working to shorten turnaround times while maintaining a commitment to quality.
Read More »Rising Rates No Obstacle to Millennials
Millennial homebuyers shook off a slight rise in rates in March as this segment of the market continues to lead the homeownership charge.
Read More »Homebuying Sentiment Turns Net Negative
For the first time in Home Purchase Sentiment Index's history, six components decreased month-over-month, most notably the component related to homebuying conditions.
Read More »The Week Ahead: HUD Deputy Secretary Nominee to Speak Before Senate
Nominated for the role of HUD Deputy Secretary, NAHRO CEO Adrianne Todman will appear on Capitol Hill this week, another step toward confirmation of her new position.
Read More »Loan Originator Commissions Increase in Q1
Refinance and purchase loan volume drove up loan originators' and processors' compensation despite a minimal decline in basis points paid per loan.
Read More »Mortgage Rates Continue Trend to Refi-Friendly Lows
With jobless claims dropping and a decline in Treasury yields, here's where mortgage rates stand with the spring homebuying season in full swing.
Read More »Facing Down the Mortgage Industry’s Looming Capacity Crisis
A shortage of underwriters may soon collide with the recent foreclosure moratoria to create headwinds for the industry.
Read More »Homebuyer Remorse: How Moms and Dads Differ
Recent research shows the reasons some heads of households are disappointed in their property purchases and what solutions, including selling, they are considering.
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