Lending and Originations

As lenders continue to navigate one of the trickiest economies to date, Sarah Davies of Nova Credit discusses the significant progress in pulling back the layers and reexamining its risk management practices.

FOA announces the promotion of two executive leaders, on the heels of the firm’s acquisition of American Advisors Group, one of the largest reverse mortgage lenders in the U.S.

Jane Mason of Clarifire explains how the industry is on the verge of a seismic shift in digital innovation that promises something for everybody—lenders, servicers, data providers, component services, and consumers alike.

A reluctance to sell means that increase has not yet translated to home sales, experts from Redfin report.

The Bureau’s new rule will provide data on small business lending to give investors and lenders more insight into identifying opportunities that support economic growth.

A judge in the U.S. District Court for Northern Illinois has granted plaintiffs class certification in an antitrust suit against NAR that challenges home sellers paying the commissions of real estate agents representing homebuyers.

Freddie Mac reports that mortgage rates have fallen for the third consecutive week, however prospective buyers have been handcuffed by a short supply of housing inventory.

A new analysis from United Regions Van Lines examines the states that offer the greatest housing savings and which states rank highest in employment opportunities.

The MBA reports that mortgage app volume rose for the fourth consecutive week, fueled by a continued drop in rates at the outset of the spring buying season.

"The events of the past few years have made homebuyers more deliberate about what a home should offer them," said Nick Bailey, RE/MAX President and CEO.