Ally announced a strategic partnership with Better in 2019 in which Better sells, processes, underwrites, and closes Ally’s digital mortgage offerings, while Ally retains control of marketing, advertising and loan pricing. Hawaii, Nevada, New Hampshire… Continue reading
For months, the rise in home prices was in line with underlying indicators. Now, it may have gone too far, a Dallas Fed report suggests. Continue reading
Real estate agents and brokers approved by Clear Capital provide property information and photos that supplement data from public sources, helping appraisers complete accurate desktop appraisals. Continue reading
Despite record-high prices, homes remain much more affordable for buyers than they were in 2006. However, buying power has taken a big hit lately. Continue reading
Despite rising rates, purchase mortgages applications were up 1 percent during the week ending March 25, according to a weekly survey by the Mortgage Bankers Association. Continue reading
The layoffs come as Pennymac ups its investment in technology and marketing to help it do more business directly with consumers and mortgage brokers. Continue reading
Five months after announcing the sale of a controlling stake in its title insurance underwriting business, Realogy has officially sealed the deal. The New Jersey-based holding company announced the close of the $210 million deal on Tuesday, which enabl… Continue reading
The company continues to pay its Ukrainian workers, including those who are engaged in the fight to defend their country, and is actively recruiting new talent in the war-torn nation. Continue reading
The five-point plan seeks to make the appraisal industry more accountable, arm consumers with assistance, prevent algorithmic bias, cultivate a more diverse appraisal industry, and leverage federal data to benefit research and policymaking. Continue reading
First-time homebuyers who rely on government mortgage programs are “increasingly challenged” by rapid increases in home prices and higher mortgage rates. Continue reading