Tag Archives: Refis

For the first time in 10 weeks, mortgage rates have risen above the 3% mark, with forecasters projecting a gradual rise in rates to close out 2021.

A new survey finds mortgage lenders a bit more wary in their profit margin outlook, as purchase demand remains strong despite a reduction in refis.

Even with rates bordering the 3% mark, both purchase applications and refi volume saw slight declines this week with the continued cloud of low inventory and high prices factoring into homebuyer’s decisions.

A new survey finds that mortgage apps dropped slightly over the past week, as the rise in rates are turning away would-be refis.

The extended period of low mortgage rates is drawing to a close. See how the end of this trend is impacting refinance lenders and GSEs.

As the adoption of digital mortgage solutions improves the loan process, a new survey looked at digital trends and preferences of borrowers. What can lenders learn from these trends?

Mortgage risk rose across all loans, led by the FHA and GSE purchase indices, according to a report. Here are some of the factors that are driving greater risk in borrowing.

Eric J. Schuppenhauer, President of Home Mortgage at Citizens Bank gives his insights into the cyclical nature of the industry, innovation in a higher rate environment, and why it’s important to be passionate about your work. Editor’s Note: This feature originally appeared in the July issue of MReport.

From cryptocurrencies to AI, technology is developing at a rapid—learn from one mortgage veteran the best way to harness it in day-to-day operations. Editor’s Note: This story was originally featured in the April issue of MReport, out now. 

Refis pulled the overall applications for mortgage down for the second consecutive week. Click through to learn more about the app numbers that matter.