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The Appraisal Institute Faces Whistleblower Lawsuit Over Alleged Fraud in Exam Results
Alissa Akins is seeking back pay, punitive damages and attorney’s fees. Continue Reading The Appraisal Institute Faces Whistleblower Lawsuit Over Alleged Fraud in Exam Results
Oralia Herrera Installed as NAHREP’s 2025 National President
She is broker/owner at Century 21 TK Realty in Addison, Illinois Continue Reading Oralia Herrera Installed as NAHREP’s 2025 National President
Report: Chicago Mayor Johnson to Propose Property Tax Hike to Fix Budget Gap
The depth and scope of the potential tax increase was not disclosed. Continue Reading Report: Chicago Mayor Johnson to Propose Property Tax Hike to Fix Budget Gap
Dream Finders Homes Acquires Alliant National Title Insurance
The financial terms of the acquisition were not disclosed. Continue Reading Dream Finders Homes Acquires Alliant National Title Insurance
Douglas Elliman Fires President and CEO Scott Durkin
No explanation was given for Durkin’s termination. Continue Reading Douglas Elliman Fires President and CEO Scott Durkin
Rocket Mortgage to Offer Bridge Loans for Homeowners
“With this new flexibility, buyers can quickly and confidently secure their next home,” said Rocket’s Bill Banfield. Continue Reading Rocket Mortgage to Offer Bridge Loans for Homeowners
Mortgage Rates Trickle Lower
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.81% as of June 18. Continue Reading Mortgage Rates Trickle Lower
Gen Z Accounts for 12% of VA Purchase Loan Market
Gen Z homebuyers using VA loans are most concentrated near large military communities like San Antonio, Virginia Beach, and Colorado Springs. Continue Reading Gen Z Accounts for 12% of VA Purchase Loan Market
Mortgage Application Activity Down by 2.6%
The refinance share of mortgage activity increased to 37.3% of total applications from 36.7% in the previous week. Continue Reading Mortgage Application Activity Down by 2.6%
Mortgage Applications for New Home Purchases Down in May
The average loan size for new homes increased from $376,992 in April to $379,209 in May. Continue Reading Mortgage Applications for New Home Purchases Down in May
Premier Mortgage Resources Debuts Specialty Products Division
“The mortgage landscape is evolving, and so are the needs of our clients,” said Cory Swain, CEO. Continue Reading Premier Mortgage Resources Debuts Specialty Products Division
Virginia Homebuilders Partner on New Mortgage Lending Joint Venture
According to the companies, M2B Mortgage was created to “provide a more personalized, streamlined, and reliable lending experience.” Continue Reading Virginia Homebuilders Partner on New Mortgage Lending Joint Venture
Fairway Independent Mortgage Acquires Hallmark Home Mortgage
The acquired company will become Hallmark Home Mortgage, Powered by Fairway. Continue Reading Fairway Independent Mortgage Acquires Hallmark Home Mortgage
HomeXpress Mortgage Corp. Acquired by Chimera Investment Corp.
HomeXpress will operate as a subsidiary of Chimera under the continuing leadership of President and CEO Kyle Walker. Continue Reading HomeXpress Mortgage Corp. Acquired by Chimera Investment Corp.
Mortgage Rates Remain Mostly Flat
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.84% as of June 12. Continue Reading Mortgage Rates Remain Mostly Flat
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