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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
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
Astrid Vermeer Named SVP/CFO at MBA
Vermeer was previously chief financial and administrative officer for the Perkins School for the Blind. Continue Reading Astrid Vermeer Named SVP/CFO at MBA
Ohio AG Sues United Wholesale Mortgage, Claiming ‘Conspiracy’ with Brokers
Yost launched his campaign for governor in January. Continue Reading Ohio AG Sues United Wholesale Mortgage, Claiming ‘Conspiracy’ with Brokers
California Lawmakers Introduce Mortgage Forbearance Bill for LA Wildfire Survivors
The bill was inspired by the mortgage forbearance aspects of the Covid-era CARES Act. Continue Reading California Lawmakers Introduce Mortgage Forbearance Bill for LA Wildfire Survivors
Mortgage Rates Take an Upswing
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.83% as of April 17, up from last week when it averaged 6.62%. Continue Reading Mortgage Rates Take an Upswing
Leadership Shifts at American Financial Resources
Robert Pieklo joined AFP as COO in February 2024 following its acquisition by Proprietary Capital. Continue Reading Leadership Shifts at American Financial Resources
Mortgage Application Volume Down 8.5%
The Refinance Index decreased 12% from the previous week. Continue Reading Mortgage Application Volume Down 8.5%
FHFA to Establish Mortgage Fraud Tip Line
“There is no room for fraud in our mortgage markets. None,” said FHFA Director Bill Pulte. Continue Reading FHFA to Establish Mortgage Fraud Tip Line
360training.com Acquires My Mortgage Trainer
360training.com Inc., an online provider of regulatory-approved training and compliance solutions, has acquired My Mortgage Trainer, an NMLS-approved provider of mortgage education and compliance training. The financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed. The...
30-Year Fixed-Rate Mortgage Down for 12th Straight Week
The 15-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 5.82%, unchanged from last week. Continue Reading 30-Year Fixed-Rate Mortgage Down for 12th Straight Week
St. Louis Man Pleads Guilty to Mortgage Fraud Scams
Edward James Mitchell Jr. is scheduled to be sentenced on July 8. Continue Reading St. Louis Man Pleads Guilty to Mortgage Fraud Scams
Mortgage Marketing Vault Launches as Platform for Loan Officers
The new platform offers online marketing content including social media posts, videos and blog articles to templates and printables. Continue Reading Mortgage Marketing Vault Launches as Platform for Loan Officers
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