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.
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Here’s how to leverage technology for a painless appraisal management process.
Read More »Freddie Mac Examines Housing Market ‘Slowdown’
With the U.S. economy on the rise, mortgage rates slipped further below the 3% mark, but high prices and short supply continue to force down application volume.
Read More »Government Forum Unites Mortgage & Government Thought Leaders
Five Star’s 2021 Government Forum: A Virtual Event assembled leaders from the mortgage space and regulators for a day of topical discussions and sessions shedding insight into what lies ahead for mortgage professionals as they emerge from the pandemic.
Read More »Lenders’ No. 1 Concern
Industry pros regularly worry about things like enhancing customer experience and employee productivity, but a recent survey revealed some executives' surprising anxieties.
Read More »Purchase Volume and Refis Tail Off
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.
Read More »Build a Home Online: Taylor Morrison’s Latest Technology
A spokesperson from the homebuilding company says the launch of a "to-be-built" tool reflects "the way consumers prefer to shop and engage with brands in today's evolving world of eCommerce."
Read More »Best Cities for LGBTQ+ House Hunters
Many LGBTQ+ homebuyers are priced out of popular destinations such as San Francisco and New York— this June study reveals the top 10 metros, based on both quality of life and median list prices.
Read More »Future-Proof Your Marketing for Millennials and Gen Z
To make sure your mortgage business doesn’t miss out on growth driven by these younger generations, it’s crucial to rethink how you engage with prospects and customers.
Read More »Nearly $600 Billion Reported in Home Improvements in 2021
An analysis by Angi finds that homeowners in lockdown during the pandemic invested billions into home improvements as the value of homeownership grew during the past year.
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