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The MBA reports that the downturn in mortgage rates has triggered homebuyer interest, as overall app volume has increased for the second consecutive week, and refinance activity rose 6% week-over-week.

Mortgage rates fell for the fourth consecutive week, and with lingering concerns over less-than-stellar economic growth, overall homebuyer sentiment continues to lag.

San Diego-based lender increases its market share in the Midwest by agreeing to acquire Wisconsin-based Inlanta Mortgage, a lender currently operating in 27 states.

New data from HUD revealed an 11% drop in Veteran homelessness from 2020, the largest decline in 5 years, representing an overall 55% reduction in Veterans experiencing homelessness since 2010.

Rising rates and a dwindling demand for refis has pushed mortgage applications down for a third consecutive week, falling to lows last seen in 2000.

Abby Waltz, National Director for Homes for Heroes, explains how Florida’s new Hometown Heroes Housing Program is a small step in the right direction to assist frontline workers achieve the American dream of homeownership. 

Orest Tomaselli of CondoTek explains how sweeping changes by the GSEs as a result of the Champlain Towers tragedy have altered how lenders evaluate borrowers seeking condo and co-op properties.

Churchill Mortgage announced that it has continued its expansion across the Pacific Northwest with the appointment of Kelly Lee as Senior VP of Production for the Northwest region. ...

New Jersey-based lender taps 15-plus year industry vet for new leadership role expanding the company’s origination division and overall business development.

With mortgage rates hitting the 5%-mark, potential buyers have tapped the brakes on home purchases as application volume dives yet again.