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Helene Update: 121 Dead, Millions Without Power Across Southeast
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said power had been restored for 2.32 million customers in his state. Continue Reading Helene Update: 121 Dead, Millions Without Power Across Southeast
FHFA Proposes Rule to Expand Access to Liquidity for the Federal Home Loan Banks
The proposed rule would clarify the terms used by the FHLBanks to determine limits on unsecured credit to counterparties. Continue Reading FHFA Proposes Rule to Expand Access to Liquidity for the Federal Home Loan Banks
Ex-Baltimore Prosecutor Seeks Overturn of Mortgage Fraud Conviction
Marilyn Mosby was sentenced to 12 months of home confinement, which she began in June. Continue Reading Ex-Baltimore Prosecutor Seeks Overturn of Mortgage Fraud Conviction
Epique Realty Expands into New Mexico and Utah
The company has hired William Lambert as the state broker for both markets. Continue Reading Epique Realty Expands into New Mexico and Utah
Netflix Cancels Mauricio Umansky’s ‘Buying Beverly Hills’ After 2 Seasons
Umansky is already involved in his latest endeavor as the co-founder of the American Real Estate Association. Continue Reading Netflix Cancels Mauricio Umansky’s ‘Buying Beverly Hills’ After 2 Seasons
Mortgage Application Activity Declines Again
Both the seasonally adjusted and the unadjusted Purchase Index dropped 2% from one week earlier. Continue Reading Mortgage Application Activity Declines Again
Teachers Federal Credit Union Now Offering VA Loans
“It is our honor to serve those who serve our country,” said Brad Calhoun, president and CEO. Continue Reading Teachers Federal Credit Union Now Offering VA Loans
Mortgage Rates Flat, But Still Above 7%
“Given these high rates, housing demand is cooling off and now homebuilders are feeling the effect,” said Freddie Mac’s Sam Khater. Continue Reading Mortgage Rates Flat, But Still Above 7%
Mortgage Applications Up 5.4%
“Mortgage applications increased last week, despite the 30-year fixed mortgage rate edging back up to 7.31%,” said MBA’s Joel Kan. Continue Reading Mortgage Applications Up 5.4%
Forbearance Levels Continue to Decline
The forbearance share for portfolio loans and private-label securities decreased 6 basis points to 0.39%. Continue Reading Forbearance Levels Continue to Decline
CrossCountry Mortgage Now Offering Spanish-Language Loan Application
“Our support for the Hispanic community extends well past translated materials,” says Eric Wilson, chief marketing officer. Continue Reading CrossCountry Mortgage Now Offering Spanish-Language Loan Application
Mortgage Machine Services launches loan origination system
The LOS also provides all-in-one eClosing functionality, including an eClose room, eNotes, eVault and remote online notarization. Continue Reading Mortgage Machine Services launches loan origination system
Mortgage Rates Are Back on the Rise
“The reacceleration of inflation and strength in the economy is keeping mortgage rates elevated,” said Freddie Mac’s Sam Khater. Continue Reading Mortgage Rates Are Back on the Rise
Credit Union Mortgage Originations Down 60% in Q3
Variable rate HELOCs recorded 14% year-over-year origination declines. Continue Reading Credit Union Mortgage Originations Down 60% in Q3
Mortgage-Rate Locks for Second Homes Down 19%
August is the 14th consecutive month that second-home demand is at least 30% below pre-pandemic levels. Continue Reading Mortgage-Rate Locks for Second Homes Down 19%
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