The FHFA's Home Affordable Refinance Program is expiring in September 2017, and there are still many borrowers with GSE-backed loans who are eligible and who would benefit economically from the program.
Read More »Weather is Cooling, But Demand is Not
The fall months are typically the off-season for housing, but that was not the case this time around.
Read More »Here is What is Moving Home Prices Upward
Home price acceleration is moving at its fastest clip in a decade, which is not necessarily a good thing, according to one analysis.
Read More »A Broader Perspective on Diversity and Inclusion
From working in the private sector to serving in top government positions, FHFA’s Sandra Thompson offers her take on the progress of women and minorities in the industry. This select print feature originally appeared in the December 2016 issue of MReport magazine.
Read More »Fed’s Projections Push Mortgage Rates Higher
Earlier this month, the Federal Reserve raised the federal funds target rate by 25 basis points—just like last December. Unlike last December, when mortgage interest rates subsequently plummeted down to near record lows seen in 2012, this time rates have gone the other direction.
Read More »Many Lenders Say It’s Time for Change
A recent survey reported that the number of lenders who are dissatisfied with their current LOS increased from last year. Why are they not happy with their systems?
Read More »Unfortunately for Affordability, it Looks Like 2008
What factors pushed housing affordability in Q4 down to its lowest level in eight years, according to one analysis?
Read More »Matic Insurance Services Appoints Head of Insurance
Jeff Snyder has been appointed to the Head of Insurance position.
Read More »The Mortgage Collaborative Sees $150 Billion in Origination Growth
Data revealed that there was a progressive amount of growth in 2016, and the recent hirings and partnerships resulted in the company’s origination volume increasing to $150 billion.
Read More »KBRA Announces New Senior Managing Director
Founded in 2010, KBRA is a full-service rating agency that provides risk assessment services and ratings for the investment community.
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