Acquisitions spur Black Knight’s double-digit revenue growth

A string of acquisitions coupled with strong organic growth helped software, data and analytics provider Black Knight post double-digit revenue growth during the second quarter. Continue reading

Drop in mortgage rates not enough to spur homebuyers

Although rates eased for the most popular type of mortgage among homebuyers — the 30-year fixed-rate conforming loan — rates for jumbo mortgages, FHA loans and adjustable-rate mortgages were up slightly. Continue reading

Strong Fannie, Freddie results set the stage for debate over their future

Both companies benefited from rising home prices, and a resurgence in refinancings prompted by falling mortgage rates, which have come down from 2021 peaks seen in March. Continue reading

Renting vs. buying: Here are some points to ponder 

Given current market conditions, there really are no bargains, so it comes down to what a given individual wants — financially and personally. Here’s what to consider in the buying versus renting debate. Continue reading

End of forbearance programs could strain loan servicers

Forbearance programs that allowed homeowners with government-backed mortgages to put their monthly payments on hold during the pandemic will come to an abrupt end in the months ahead, straining the capacity of loan servicers tasked with helping borrowe… Continue reading