Mortgage rates are on the rise yet again, according to a new Index released this morning. How far can they go?
Read More »Susceptible to Struggle
A recent study found that LBGTQ individuals have more struggle when it comes to finances. Why are these concerns more likely to affect this population than others?
Read More »Is the Customer Always Right?
The housing crisis impacted the reputation of the mortgage servicing industry in the eyes of the public. But as the years went by, the industry had slowly rehabilitated ...
Read More »TruAssets and Northsight Management to Merge
TruAssets LLC, a National REO and property preservation service provider, announced Thursday that it is merging with Northsight Management LLC come August 1, 2017. Led by TruAssets’ Steve Johnson as President and Northsight Management’s Josh Sarchet as CEO, they will retain the Northsight Management name.
Read More »FHA Loans Hit Downturn
New analysis shows FHA-backed loans aren’t as popular as they once were—particularly with new home purchases. So what are consumers using in their stead?
Read More »Buying Pulls Ahead of Renting
New Census data shows homeownership rates have grown significantly since last year. And with rental vacancies up and owner-occupied households on the rise, could it mean the market has finally turned a corner?
Read More »What’s the Fed Up to This Time?
The Federal Reserve voted on the federal funds rate once again this week. But did the Board of Governors vote as expected?
Read More »Does May’s HPI Point to Another Bubble?
The question as to whether or not the housing market is approaching another bubble has been a topic of discussion amongst the industry, especially as home prices continue to rise while inventory shrinks. Tuesdays Case-Shiller Home Price Index could be another piece of that puzzle. . .
Read More »Kevin Stitt of Gateway Mortgage Group to Enter Race for Oklahoma Governor
A long-standing member of the mortgage industry could be making the jump into politics if all goes according to plan. Kevin Stitt, Founder of CEO of Gateway Mortgage Group, which was founded in 2000, spoke of his intention to run for the Governorship of Oklahoma in 2018.
Read More »It’s a Journey, Not a Destination
Fannie Mae has come a long way since it began its diversity and inclusion journey more than two decades ago, but while the company may be one of the leaders in diversity, it is not complacent, knowing the destination still lies ahead.
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