The share of homes sold at or above the list price declined, but a West Coast market saw more than 60% of homes sell for at or above the list price.
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Two prior attempts to extend the program have stalled, and industry experts are encouraging prompt action.
Read More »Cloud Technology Developed for Loan Applications
Using AI and rules engine, PerfectLO assists borrowers in completion of the loan application and then builds a smart checklist for them. Secondary and tertiary level questions that ...
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Find out why many young homebuyers, despite feeling happy overall with their home, felt dissatisfied with this aspect of their purchase.
Read More »Britain’s Barclays Returning to U.S. Mortgage-Backed Securities Market
The British investment bank is looking to ramp up its business in mortgage-backed securities, roughly a year after paying $2 billion in civil penalties stemming from the financial crisis.
Read More »Ginnie Mae, HUD Moving to New Rate Index?
Discussions have begun between the two agencies regarding a move to a new rate index. Find out the latest details here.
Read More »Analyzing Housing Affordability
Home affordability is an ongoing issue, and according to a recent report, only one type of region experienced year-over-year improvement in this area.
Read More »Mortgage Rates’ Downward Trend
After declining more than 20 points in April, how long do industry experts believe mortgage rates will continue to fall?
Read More »Debt and Its Impact on Homeownership
All generations surveyed are carrying different types of debt, but they agreed on the biggest obstacle standing in the way of attempts to increase savings.
Read More »Millennials Prioritizing Homeownership Over Marriage
An increasing number of young couples are entering marriage after both individuals already own a home. Find out how millennial homebuying habits differ from older generations, especially among single people.
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