Investor Home Purchases Plummet Amidst Declining Housing Market Dynamics
Investor home purchases have plummeted to pre-pandemic lows amid rising prices, mortgage rates, and fewer attractive flipping opportunities.
SUCCESS Real Estate Closes Abruptly Amid Allegations of Misappropriated Escrow Funds
SUCCESS Real Estate abruptly closed its Greater Boston offices, with potential ties to escrow fund misappropriation, leaving agents and clients in turmoil.
Ginnie Mae Achieves Major Portfolio Growth and Delivers Billions to Government Revenue
Ginnie Mae’s FY24 report reveals a $423.4 billion MBS issuance, aiding 1.2 million households and contributing $1.3 billion to government revenue.
Oyssey Launches to Revolutionize Real Estate Insights Beyond Zillow’s Traditional Listings
Oyssey launches as a new real estate platform, offering rich neighborhood insights and personalized buyer-broker agreements to challenge Zillow’s dominance.
Mortgage Rates Likely to Hold Steady Despite Expected Federal Rate Reduction
As the Fed hints at rate cuts, mortgage rates near 7% are expected to remain stable, impacting housing market dynamics despite rising consumer confidence.
New Home Purchase Applications Rise Year-Over-Year Despite October Decline
Mortgage applications for new homes rose 7.2% year-over-year in November but dropped 12% from October, as first-time buyers increasingly favor new construction.
Andrew Bon Salle Joins Mr. Cooper Group Board to Transform Homeownership Experience
Andrew Bon Salle joins Mr. Cooper Group’s board, bringing 30 years of mortgage expertise to support the company’s growth and homeownership initiatives.
Mortgage Applications Rise as Monthly Rates Reach Lowest Point in Months
Mortgage applications rose by 2.8% as borrowers took advantage of lower rates and improved inventory, despite a 21% drop from last year’s purchase applications.
Brian Montgomery Urges Conservatives to Embrace Self-Sustaining HUD and FHA Programs
Former HUD official Brian Montgomery argues that Trump should embrace self-sustaining HUD and FHA programs, highlighting their fiscal efficiency and homeownership support.
FHA Mandates 36-Hour Cyber Breach Reporting Requirement for Lenders
The FHA has mandated that lenders report cybersecurity breaches within 36 hours, emphasizing timely notifications to protect HUD’s systems amid rising threats.
Wells Fargo Expands Down Payment Grant Program to Empower Underserved Homebuyers
Wells Fargo expands its $10,000 down payment grant program to 12 new cities, enhancing access for low- and moderate-income homebuyers.
CFPB Proposes New Rules to Protect Consumer Data from Brokers’ Abuses
The CFPB’s new proposal aims to regulate data brokers as consumer reporting agencies, enhancing protections for personal information amid industry pushback.
Cardinal Financial Launches Pioneering Mortgage-Backed Security with FICO Score 10 T
Cardinal Financial has launched a groundbreaking mortgage-backed security using FICO Score 10 T, enhancing credit assessments for VA loans and promoting veteran homeownership.
Spring Way Center Appeals Settlement Approval in National Realtors Commission Lawsuit
The Spring Way Center has appealed a settlement approval in a nationwide lawsuit against the National Association of Realtors, raising concerns over business practices and exclusions.
Prominent Los Angeles Landlord Neil Shekhter Passes Away at 60s
Neil Shekhter, a prominent Los Angeles landlord and real estate visionary, passed away at 61, leaving behind a legacy of resilience and entrepreneurial spirit.
Navigating Legal Challenges in Talent Transitions within the Mortgage Sector
The article explores the complexities of talent transitions in the mortgage sector, highlighting legal risks and strategies for successful mergers and acquisitions.
Greystar Pioneers Modular Housing to Transform U.S. Real Estate Landscape
Greystar unveils its first U.S. modular apartment complex, Ltd. Findlay, aiming to revolutionize housing with faster builds and reduced costs amid a housing crisis.