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Ex-Quarterback Colt McCoy to Launch HPI’s New Fort Worth Office
After 14 years in the NFL, McCoy is starting a new career in real estate. Continue Reading Ex-Quarterback Colt McCoy to Launch HPI’s New Fort Worth Office
CFPB Finalizes Rule to Remove Medical Bills from Credit Reports
“People who get sick shouldn’t have their financial future upended,” said CFPB Director Rohit Chopra. Continue Reading CFPB Finalizes Rule to Remove Medical Bills from Credit Reports
Maryland Resort Town Sues Feds Over Offshore Wind Project
The Coastal Association of Realtors is among the lawsuit’s supporters. Continue Reading Maryland Resort Town Sues Feds Over Offshore Wind Project
Laura Escobar Sworn In as MBA’s 2025 Chairperson
Christine Chandler and Owen Lee were sworn in as chairperson-elect and vice chairperson, respectively. Continue Reading Laura Escobar Sworn In as MBA’s 2025 Chairperson
HUD Partners with North Carolina Law School on Fair Housing Workforce Training
North Carolina Central University is a public historically Black university based in Durham. Continue Reading HUD Partners with North Carolina Law School on Fair Housing Workforce Training
Slowing in Refinance Drives Down Mortgage Application Activity
The median sales price of new houses sold in February was $414,500. Continue Reading Slowing in Refinance Drives Down Mortgage Application Activity
Bank of America Reports 80% Surge in Q1 Mortgage Applications
“We’re seeing a steady increase in home buying activity, and it’s beyond what we would normally see from a seasonality perspective,” said Matt Vernon, head of consumer lending. Continue Reading Bank of America Reports 80% Surge in Q1 Mortgage Applications
Fannie Mae Forecasts Declining Mortgage Rates for 2025 and 2026
The revised forecast was mirrored by a mild upward revision for predicted existing home sales in 2025. Continue Reading Fannie Mae Forecasts Declining Mortgage Rates for 2025 and 2026
Mixed Results in Latest Mortgage Rate Data
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.65% as of March 13 Continue Reading Mixed Results in Latest Mortgage Rate Data
CFPB Seeks to Vacate Redlining Settlement with Townstone Financial
The CFPB is seeking to return the $105,000 settlement funds to the company. Continue Reading CFPB Seeks to Vacate Redlining Settlement with Townstone Financial
Residency Requirements Changed on FHA-Insured Mortgages to Shut Out Illegal Immigrants
“There will be no more illegal aliens getting HUD-backed home loans,” said Secretary Turner. Continue Reading Residency Requirements Changed on FHA-Insured Mortgages to Shut Out Illegal Immigrants
Homeownership Expenses Consume One-Third of National Average Wage
Nationwide, the typical $2,021 cost of mortgage payments, homeowner insurance, mortgage insurance and property taxes is down 0.7% quarterly. Continue Reading Homeownership Expenses Consume One-Third of National Average Wage
Sluggish Refinance Activity Drives Down Mortgage Application Levels
The Refinance Index decreased 5% from the previous week, although it was 63% higher than the same week one year ago. Continue Reading Sluggish Refinance Activity Drives Down Mortgage Application Levels
Cornerstone Capital Bank in Joint Ventures with Texas, North Carolina Homebuilders
Cornerstone is now managing joint venture mortgage companies with 15 homebuilders nationwide. Continue Reading Cornerstone Capital Bank in Joint Ventures with Texas, North Carolina Homebuilders
Multiply Mortgage Raises $23.5 Million in Series A Funding
Multiple Mortgage’s services are available in 45 states and the District of Columbia. Continue Reading Multiply Mortgage Raises $23.5 Million in Series A Funding













