How mortgage lenders are preparing for the end of the refi boom

While most mortgage executives continue to see direct-to-consumer lenders like Rocket Mortgage as their biggest competition, mortgage brokers are seen as an increasingly worthy rival. Continue reading

New study shows true impact of credit scores on mortgage rates

Digital mortgage marketplace OwnUp’s latest study revealed buyers with good credit scores can lose $40K in interest savings by failing to shop loan options. Continue reading

Foreclosure watch: The 10 most at-risk US cities

A new report found that 14.7 percent of the 7.6 million mortgages backed by the Federal Housing Administration were delinquent in May. Continue reading

The risks of taking out cash against a home in today’s market

Rising home equity has increased demand in the cash-out refinance market. But taking out cash against a home isn’t always the smartest idea. Continue reading

Long Island man continues 20-year stint in house on just 1 mortgage payment

Guramrit Hanspal, who hasn’t made a mortgage payment on his home since 1998, avoided another court confrontation — and eviction — in early July. Continue reading

Howard Hanna buys stake in one of Indiana’s biggest brokerages

Howard Hanna Real Estate Services has expanded its footprint in Indiana by forming a partnership with a well-known regional player. Continue reading

CoreLogic to acquire automated closing costs firm ClosingCorp

The deal is expected to close in the third quarter if it receives regulatory approvals and meets “customary closing conditions.” Continue reading