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FHFA’s Pulte: ‘Moneyed Corporations’ Are Trying ‘To Stop Us’
Pulte also used his personal X account to announce Westcor was being added “to Fannie Mae’s title acceptance pilot on certain refinances.” Continue Reading FHFA’s Pulte: ‘Moneyed Corporations’ Are Trying ‘To Stop Us’
Leadership Shift at Title Resources Group
New CEO Kevin Wall most recently served as co-president of First American Title Insurance Company. Continue Reading Leadership Shift at Title Resources Group
QXO Launches $11 Billion Tender Offer to Acquire Beacon Roofing Supply
“We believe that Beacon would be a strong fit for QXO,” said Brad Jacobs, QXO’s chairman and CEO. Continue Reading QXO Launches $11 Billion Tender Offer to Acquire Beacon Roofing Supply
Forecast: Construction Industry Needs 439,000 Workers in 2025
A new forecast by the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) is estimating that an estimated 439,000 net new workers are needed this year to meet anticipated demand for construction services. The forecast also predicted the construction industry will need to bring...
NAHB and MBA Commend Trump’s Inauguration While NAR Stays Silent
NAR focused on the Martin Luther King Jr. Day observances. Continue Reading NAHB and MBA Commend Trump’s Inauguration While NAR Stays Silent
Mortgage Application Activity Slows Again
The FHA share of total applications increased to 20.5% from 18.5% the week prior while the VA share of total applications dropped to 14.9% from 16.3%. Continue Reading Mortgage Application Activity Slows Again
UWM and Bilt Partner on Rewards Program for Mortgage Payments
“This platform helps brokers win new, high-intent, leads from Bilt’s ecosystem,” said UWM’s Mat Ishbia. Continue Reading UWM and Bilt Partner on Rewards Program for Mortgage Payments
Experian Offers Free VantageScore 4.0 to Mortgage Lenders
“Experian is dedicated to fostering a more competitive mortgage landscape,” said CEO Brian Cassin. Continue Reading Experian Offers Free VantageScore 4.0 to Mortgage Lenders
PHH Mortgage Debuts FlexIQ Suite of Non-QM Products
FlexIQ will replace PHH’s previously offered Gold/Silver/Bronze non-QM programs. Continue Reading PHH Mortgage Debuts FlexIQ Suite of Non-QM Products
Non-QM Lender Angel Oak Mortgage Solutions Debuts 5- and 7-Year Adjustable-Rate Mortgages
“This launch underscores our commitment to supporting the non-QM ecosystem,” said Tom Hutchens, president of Angel Oak Mortgage Solutions. Continue Reading Non-QM Lender Angel Oak Mortgage Solutions Debuts 5- and 7-Year Adjustable-Rate Mortgages
Mortgage Rates Go Into Decline
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.30% as of Oct. 9. Continue Reading Mortgage Rates Go Into Decline
Mortgage Credit Availability Edged Up in September
“Mortgage credit availability increased to its highest level in four months,” said MBA’s Joel Kan. Continue Reading Mortgage Credit Availability Edged Up in September
Report: Mortgage Debt Accounted for Nearly Three-Quarters of All Consumer Debt in August
In August, total US consumer debt totaled $17.91 trillion, up 2.1% year-over-year. Continue Reading Report: Mortgage Debt Accounted for Nearly Three-Quarters of All Consumer Debt in August
Mortgage Application Activity Slows Down Again
Among the federal programs, the FHA share of total applications increased to 18.5% from 16.8% the week prior. Continue Reading Mortgage Application Activity Slows Down Again
Second Prosecutor Balks at Trump Pressure to Indict Letitia James for Mortgage Fraud
Elizabeth Yusi has been with the Department of Justice for 18 years and has been a US Assistant Attorney for the last 10 years. Continue Reading Second Prosecutor Balks at Trump Pressure to Indict Letitia James for Mortgage Fraud
