As the adoption of digital mortgage solutions improves the loan process, a new survey looked at digital trends and preferences of borrowers. What can lenders learn from these trends?
Read More »FHA Discusses Reverse Mortgage Policy Changes
In a conference call, FHA Commissioner Brian Montgomery addressed the recent changes made to the FHA's Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM) Program. Find out what Montgomery talked about.
Read More »The Week Ahead: Spotlight on Construction Spending
On Monday, the U.S. Census Bureau will release its latest Construction Spending Report. Here's what else is happening in the week ahead.
Read More »Addressing the Question of Home Affordability
While home ownership has rebounded to post-2008 highs, communities around the country are challenged by affordability as home prices continue to move north. What can be done to help increase home ownership in such circumstances?
Read More »Talking Barriers to Homeownership
Potential homeowners may face several barriers when trying to buy a home, such as down payments, credit availability, and affordability. A recent report discusses these challenges, and notes the alternatives and options available to buyers.
Read More »Is the Mortgage Industry Prepared for the Next Crisis?
With advancements in technology, underwriting and quality control since 2008 strengthening the mortgage market, how prepared are we for another crisis? Click through to find out.
Read More »Mortgage Capital Trading Updates Security Protocols
Mortgage Capital Trading, Inc., a mortgage hedge advisory and secondary marketing software firm, has announced the implementation of multi-factor authentication security protocols, which require multiple methods to verify a user’s identity for logins and transactions.
Read More »OpenClose Hires FinTech Expert
OpenClose, a multi-channel loan origination system (LOS) and mortgage fintech provider, announced the hiring of Mark Michel, an industry veteran in enterprise-level mortgage technology systems.
Read More »Freedom Mortgage Ranks on Inc. 5000 List
Freedom Mortgage has been named to the 2018 Inc. 5000 list of the fastest growing private companies in the U.S. 2018 marks the sixth straight year that Freedom has been named to this list.
Read More »Reverse Mortgage Rules Receive an Update
The Federal Housing Administration recently announced that it will begin requiring lenders originating new reverse mortgages, to provide a second property appraisal under certain circumstances. Find out what circumstances call for a second appraisal.
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