Loan officers and assistance programs are just 2 ways to close the knowledge gap, Zillow Senior Economist Orphe Divounguy and Rocket President Tim Birkmeier said Wednesday at Connect. Continue reading
United Wholesale Mortgage, the nation’s largest lender, also raised refinancing volume by 23 percent after being hammered by higher interest rates, according to Q2 earnings released Wednesday. Continue reading
The Detroit-based mortgage giant returned to profitability during the spring homebuying season by slashing costs and boosting its market share in the face of severe inventory shortages. Continue reading
Changing of the guard demonstrates mortgage is just one component of a larger fintech strategy, with former Intuit, PayPal exec set to succeed interim CEO Bill Emerson on Sept. 5. Continue reading
Major real estate companies began reporting Q2 earnings this week against a backdrop of high rates, low inventory and a sluggish economy. Analysts shared what they’re watching with Intel. Continue reading
With Fannie and Freddie leading the charge, a growing number of lenders are using special purpose credit programs to boost homeownership in underserved communities. Continue reading
The deal raises the amount homeowners can exempt from the taxable value of their properties from $40,000 to $100,000, ensuring Texas will remain among the fastest growing states in the U.S. Continue reading
Former Keller Williams Realty exec’s startup enables virtually any mortgage lender to emulate programs offered by bigger rivals, such as Rocket Mortgage, loanDepot and Better. Continue reading
High property taxes in Texas have in the past canceled out some of the state’s affordability advantages. But political leaders are looking for ways to reduce homeowners’ tax burden. Continue reading
Lender estimates a hypothetical buyer putting down $2,500 on a $250,000 home could save $20,500 in private mortgage insurance payments over 7 years. Continue reading