After rising steadily throughout April, rates dipped slightly over the past week. What were the factors that impacted mortgage rates and how did they affect buyer sentiment? Experts weigh in.
Read More »Mortgage Apps Decline
Apps decreased for the second consecutive week as rising rates continued to keep borrowers away from mortgage loans. Here’s a breakdown of how various loan application indices performed.
Read More »“Roughly Balanced”: Federal Open Market Committee Examines Economic Outlook
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 »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 »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 »What Drives Mortgage App Defect Risks?
A recent report has found substantial differences in loan application defect risks across different regions. Click through to learn more about the conditions that can impact this risk.
Read More »Terri Hunter Joins ServiceLink Default Services Team
In her new role, Hunter will lead the default services team as National Sales Executive.
Read More »Small-dollar Loans Can Make a Big Difference
Here’s how expanding credit access for low-cost properties could potentially help ease America’s inventory shortage.
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