Mortgage lenders facing a dark, cold winter

Mortgage lenders facing a dark, cold winter

The coming winter is expected to be an existential test of survival for many independent mortgage banks (IMBs), according to leaders of several mortgage advisory firms. It’s expected to be dark, difficult... Read more »
10 Best Places to Live in Florida for Families (2023)

10 Best Places to Live in Florida for Families (2023)

If you’re looking for a new place to call home in the Sunshine State, you might be wondering which are the best places to live in Florida for families in 2023. Florida... Read more »
Zillow acquires CRM platform Follow Up Boss

Zillow acquires CRM platform Follow Up Boss

Zillow Group has entered into an agreement to acquire CRM system, Follow Up Boss, according to an announcement on Wednesday. The acquisition purchase price includes $400 million of initial cash consideration and... Read more »
Top 10 Most Ghetto Cities in California: Dangerous Cites to Live

Top 10 Most Ghetto Cities in California: Dangerous Cites to Live

California is known for its beautiful landscapes, sunny beaches, and booming tech industry. However, it also has its fair share of dangerous cities with high crime rates. While some cities in California... Read more »
Mortgage applications tick down amid elevated mortgage rates: MBA

Mortgage applications tick down amid elevated mortgage rates: MBA

Mortgage applications fell for the third week in a row as mortgage rates surged toward 8%. For the week ending Oct. 27, total home loan applications fell 2.1% compared to the week... Read more »
Will Rates Drop in 2024 & 2025

Will Rates Drop in 2024 & 2025

It’s always important to stay on top of financial trends, especially when it comes to interest rates. Are you also wondering what the projected interest rates will be in the next five... Read more »
NAR partners with IRAR Trust Company to offer retirement plans to its members

NAR partners with IRAR Trust Company to offer retirement plans to its members

The National Association of Realtors (NAR) just made IRAR Trust Company (IRAR) its preferred provider for self-directed retirement plans, the trade organization announced on Tuesday. IRAR will provide “self-directed individual retirement accounts... Read more »
Mortgage Rates Next 90 Days: Will Rates Decline?

Mortgage Rates Next 90 Days: Will Rates Decline?

In this article, we’ll explore the latest predictions for mortgage rates over the next 90 days and what it means for those looking to buy or refinance a home. For prospective homebuyers... Read more »
MBA, CHLA back proposed changes for manufactured home loans

MBA, CHLA back proposed changes for manufactured home loans

The Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA), the Community Home Lenders of America (CHLA), and the Manufactured Housing Institute (MHI) submitted a joint letter advocating for more mortgage financing options for manufactured homes to... Read more »
Detroit Housing Market: Prices, Trends, Forecast 2023

Detroit Housing Market: Prices, Trends, Forecast 2023

Investing in the Detroit housing market has been a source of contention for investors for a long time. When considering whether or not to add properties in the Motor City to your... Read more »