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Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of May 19-23
An unholy misuse of eminent domain, a ritzy Los Angeles mansion with a significant stigma, and a Maine broker running for governor. Continue Reading Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of May 19-23
3D Home Printing Exec Joins Habitat for Humanity Board
Habitat for Humanity of Long Island has asked 26-year-old Kristen Henry to sit on its Board of Directors. Continue Reading 3D Home Printing Exec Joins Habitat for Humanity Board
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
The Alexander Brothers, Top Real Estate Brokers, Arrested in Miami
The brothers have denied the charges leveled against them. Continue Reading The Alexander Brothers, Top Real Estate Brokers, Arrested in Miami
Former Ginnie Mae Chief Takes Role at Freddie Mac
Freddie Mac (OTCQB: FMCC) has announced the appointment of Sam Valverde as vice president of mission and community engagement within its single-family acquisitions division. Sam Valverde served as acting president from May through the end of November, when he stepped...
First Residential Independent Mortgage, a New Lender, Begins Operations
The new company will specialize in conventional and FHA loans and will offer down payment assistance loan products through its existing partnerships. Continue Reading First Residential Independent Mortgage, a New Lender, Begins Operations
reAlpha Mortgage Expands into Nevada Marketplace
With the new Nevada operations, reAlpha Mortgage is now licensed in 31 states. Continue Reading reAlpha Mortgage Expands into Nevada Marketplace
Mortgage Rates Rise for Second Straight Week
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.34% as of Oct. 2. Continue Reading Mortgage Rates Rise for Second Straight Week
Mortgage Application Activity Drops by Nearly 13%
The Refinance Index plummeted by 21% from the previous week. Continue Reading Mortgage Application Activity Drops by Nearly 13%
MISMO Releases AI Glossary for Mortgage Finance Industry
The glossary will be updated as new AI advancements emerge. Continue Reading MISMO Releases AI Glossary for Mortgage Finance Industry
Mortgage Application Payment Levels Down in August
The national median mortgage payment for conventional loan applicants was $2,112, down from $2,160 in July. Continue Reading Mortgage Application Payment Levels Down in August
Mortgage Rates Inch Up Slightly
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.30% as of Sept. 25, up from last week when it averaged 6.26%. Continue Reading Mortgage Rates Inch Up Slightly
CrossCountry Mortgage Raises Its Agency Conforming Loan Limits
CCM’s announcement comes months ahead of the Federal Housing Finance Agency’s official 2026 announcement. Continue Reading CrossCountry Mortgage Raises Its Agency Conforming Loan Limits
Mortgage Delinquency Rate Up During August
An anomaly in the August calendar might have played a role in the month’s delinquency data. Continue Reading Mortgage Delinquency Rate Up During August
Report: DOJ to Press Ahead with Letitia James Mortgage Fraud Case
The case is still active within the US Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Virginia. Continue Reading Report: DOJ to Press Ahead with Letitia James Mortgage Fraud Case
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