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John Ehle Named CEO at The Promise Homes Company
Ehle will succeed founder John Hope Bryant, who transitioned to chairman of the Atlanta-headquartered company. Continue Reading John Ehle Named CEO at The Promise Homes Company
Reverse Mortgage Pitchman Tom Selleck Fears Losing Ranch with Series’ End
“Am I set for life? Yeah, but maybe not on a 63-acre ranch,” Selleck said. Continue Reading Reverse Mortgage Pitchman Tom Selleck Fears Losing Ranch with Series’ End
Redfin Announces $9.25 Million Settlement Over Commissions Lawsuits
The settlement will also protect the company from litigation in similar cases in other jurisdictions. Continue Reading Redfin Announces $9.25 Million Settlement Over Commissions Lawsuits
Former Tesla Executive Joins Leadership Ranks at American Revitalization Company
Greg White has 35 years of manufacturing experience. Continue Reading Former Tesla Executive Joins Leadership Ranks at American Revitalization Company
U.S. Real Estate Fencing Market Forecast to Reach $14.1 Billion by 2032
The new report cited concerns over crime as fueling the fencing market. Continue Reading U.S. Real Estate Fencing Market Forecast to Reach $14.1 Billion by 2032
Production Losses Widen for Independent Mortgage Banks
The refinancing share of total originations (by dollar volume) decreased to 11% in 2023 from 20% in 2022. Continue Reading Production Losses Widen for Independent Mortgage Banks
Mortgage Rates Continue to Rise
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 7.17% as of April 25. Continue Reading Mortgage Rates Continue to Rise
Two Former NJ Mortgage Lender Employees Charged in Fraud Scheme
The men are charged by complaint with one count of conspiracy to commit bank fraud. Continue Reading Two Former NJ Mortgage Lender Employees Charged in Fraud Scheme
CFPB Takes Aim at Mortgage Servicers Over ‘Junk Fees’
“Homeowners cannot just simply switch providers if their mortgage servicer charges them illegal junk fees,” said CFPB Director Rohit Chopra. Continue Reading CFPB Takes Aim at Mortgage Servicers Over ‘Junk Fees’
Mortgage Demand Down 2.7%
The Refinance Index decreased 6% from the previous week and was 3% higher than the same week one year ago. Continue Reading Mortgage Demand Down 2.7%
CrossCountry Mortgage Unveils CCM EasyGreen
Income qualified borrowers can use the new product in a purchase loan or for refinancing. Continue Reading CrossCountry Mortgage Unveils CCM EasyGreen
Arrive Home Debuts Earned Equity Program as Mortgage Alternative
Arrive Home President Tai Christensen said the program will “facilitate responsible homeownership.” Continue Reading Arrive Home Debuts Earned Equity Program as Mortgage Alternative
Mortgage Rates Soar Above 7%
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 7.10% as of April 18, up from last week when it averaged 6.88%. Continue Reading Mortgage Rates Soar Above 7%
Portfolio+ Launches Reverse Mortgage Product
The Portfolio+ platform is designed to cover all stages from origination to funding. Continue Reading Portfolio+ Launches Reverse Mortgage Product
Mortgage Application Activity Rises Again
The seasonally adjusted Purchase Index increased 5% from one week earlier and the unadjusted index was up by 6%. Continue Reading Mortgage Application Activity Rises Again