“I’m so proud of FHA’s work to make homeownership possible for our nation’s underserved households and communities,” said Federal Housing Commissioner Julia R. Gordon.
Read More »Defining the Culture
Two years into her stint with the bank, Head of Wells Fargo Home Lending Kristy Fercho speaks to MReport about challenges, victories, and the “extraordinary privilege” of helping people achieve the American Dream.
Read More »CFPB Highlights CARES Act and ECOA Violations
Bureau examiners uncover violations in areas including mortgage servicing and a variety of lending discrimination practices in new report.
Read More »Remaining Ahead of the Wave
In dealing with the current forbearance exodus, John Dunnery of Community Loan Servicing shares with The MReport that consistent dialogue with the customer is key to loan re-performance.
Read More »Housing Market to Ride Wave Into 2022?
Home sales may be at their highest levels in 15 years, but a number of factors may force the market to cool next year.
Read More »Beyond the Transaction
For many consumers, the mortgage process is boiled down to a transactional experience focused on the lowest rate offers. Taking the longer view may yield a better outcome for borrowers.
Read More »FHFA Waives Adverse Market Refi Fee
Savings will be passed on to consumers, as lenders will no longer be required to pay the GSEs a fee when they deliver refinanced mortgages.
Read More »Agencies Asked to Prolong Pandemic Homeowner Protections
Rep. Maxine Waters issues letter requesting extended foreclosure protections as moratoria are set to expire.
Read More »Freddie Mac Examines Housing Market ‘Slowdown’
With the U.S. economy on the rise, mortgage rates slipped further below the 3% mark, but high prices and short supply continue to force down application volume.
Read More »Government Forum Unites Mortgage & Government Thought Leaders
Five Star’s 2021 Government Forum: A Virtual Event assembled leaders from the mortgage space and regulators for a day of topical discussions and sessions shedding insight into what lies ahead for mortgage professionals as they emerge from the pandemic.
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