The S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller U.S. National Home Price NSA Index trended upward in July, with 19 of the 20 major U.S. metro markets reported month-over-month price increases.
Read More »John Erickson Joins the Board of Directors of NMI Holdings
Bringing more than 35 years of financial services experience to his new role, John Erickson becomes the 10th member of National MI’s Board of Directors.
Read More »Measuring the Gap Between eClose Tech and Adoption
A new survey from Snapdocs has found that 74% of lenders have invested in digital closing technology, yet only 28% of that total have achieved an adoption rate of 60% or better.
Read More »Wells Fargo Taps Former U.S. Deputy Secretary of State as Vice Chairman
Thomas R. Nides will join the executive team at Wells Fargo, bringing experience as U.S. Deputy Secretary of State and COO of the U.S. State Department under the Obama Administration to his new role.
Read More »Fed Pauses Rate Hike, Mortgage Rates Follow Suit
Mortgage rates gained just one basis point week-over-week according to Freddie Mac, marking the sixth consecutive week that the 30-year rate exceeded the 7% mark, pushing down home builder sentiment nationwide.
Read More »Purchase Apps for Conventional and FHA Mortgages on the Rise
Despite mortgage rates hitting the highest levels seen in a month, the MBA reports a week-over-week rise in overall mortgage application volume, led by renewed interest in FHA and conventional purchase apps.
Read More »Recognizing 30 Years of Mortgage Industry Excellence
Kim Yowell of Fairway Independent Mortgage was honored at the Keys for Life Gala in Dallas during the Five Star Conference for her contributions to the mortgage marketplace.
Read More »FNF to Name Joe Grealish as President, National Agency Operations
With FNF for nearly 40 years, Joe Grealish is set to succeed Steve Day as President, National Agency Operations come January 1, 2024.
Read More »The Critical Role of Stable Mortgage Rates
In a new blog post, First American Chief Economist Mark Fleming explains that " “mortgage rate stability, even if the stabilization occurs at a higher level, is the key to a housing recovery.”
Read More »Honoring a Legacy of Leadership and Innovation
Meet the five finalists for the Laurie A. Maggiano Legacy Award, an honor recognizing the accomplishments of women leaders in the mortgage space for the positive role they play in the marketplace.
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