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Dec 2, 2025 7:30 AM
— Mortgage Lending
Redfin’s 2026 Predictions: Welcome to The Great Housing Reset
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Dec 1, 2025 5:32 PM
— Mortgage Lending
Rising credit report fees prompt upfront mortgage charges
Mortgage originators are shifting to charging upfront credit report fees as costs rise, with industry experts predicting a 50% increase in 2026. Different companies have different approaches, with some charging upfront and others at closing.
Nov 26, 2025 7:30 PM
— Mortgage Lending
Mortgage and unemployment rates: 5 economic trends we're thankful for
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Nov 26, 2025 1:33 PM
— Mortgage Lending
Fixed vs. Adjustable-Rate HECMs: How to Pick the Right Reverse Mortgage
The article discusses the differences between fixed-rate and adjustable-rate home equity conversion mortgages (HECMs). Fixed-rate HECMs offer predictability but limited access to funds, while adjustable-rate HECMs provide more flexibility and a growing line of credit. The choice between the two depends on individual financial goals and needs.
Nov 26, 2025 9:30 AM
— Mortgage Lending
Mortgage Interest Rates Today: Mortgage Rates Dip to 6.23% as Split Fed Signals Another Cut
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Nov 25, 2025 4:37 AM
— Mortgage Lending
SitusAMC cyberattack impacts client data, services restored
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Nov 25, 2025 4:37 AM
— Mortgage Lending
Compass, Zillow deliver closing arguments in antitrust hearing
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Nov 25, 2025 4:37 AM
— Mortgage Lending
Medicare Part B premiums to rise nearly 10% in 2026, cutting into Social Security benefits
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Nov 25, 2025 4:36 AM
— Mortgage Lending
How a 50-year mortgage could affect equity and monthly payments
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Nov 25, 2025 4:36 AM
— Mortgage Lending
Massachusetts rent control initiative gains amid affordability push
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Nov 24, 2025 8:30 AM
— Mortgage Lending
Experts pan Donald Trump’s portable mortgages plan. How homeowners can move without losing their ultra-low rates
Donald Trump proposed the idea of portable mortgages to allow homeowners to keep their super-low rates when moving, but experts believe it is unlikely to be implemented in the U.S. due to complications with the mortgage securitization process. Instead, homeowners can tap into their home's equity to fund expansions or consider low-rate options like government-backed mortgages. Assumable mortgages a... more
Nov 23, 2025 1:30 AM
— Mortgage Lending
Trump is floating a few risky ways to make your mortgage cheaper
President Donald Trump and his administration are considering implementing 50-year mortgages and ways for buyers to lock in low interest rates. However, these creative financing options, including longer-term loans, assumable and portable mortgages, and rate buydowns, come with their own set of risks and drawbacks. The focus on affordable mortgages does not address the underlying issue of a housin... more
Nov 21, 2025 6:32 PM
— Mortgage Lending
Mortgage applications fall 5.2% after rates rise again
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Nov 20, 2025 5:30 PM
— Mortgage Lending
Lower Mortgage Rates Push Sellers Off the Sidelines—but Slow Sales Keep Pressure on Prices
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Nov 20, 2025 4:31 PM
— Mortgage Lending
Mortgage defect rates rise on valuation, eligibility issues
Mortgage application defect rates increased over 15% in the second quarter. Delinquency trends split in Q3, with securitized and agency loans showing more strain. Quality Control Advisor Plus system integrates previously separate units at Freddie Mac, reducing processing time. A lender and servicer in Troy, Michigan faces multiple lawsuits over a hack in June. Refinances dropped 14% month over mon... more
Nov 18, 2025 3:30 AM
— Mortgage Lending
Is a 50-year mortgage really that much crazier than a 30-year one? : Planet Money
President Trump raised the idea of backing a 50-year fixed mortgage, causing mixed reactions. Some saw it as a potential benefit due to lower monthly payments, while others criticized it for increasing interest payments and prolonging the period of paying off the principal. Most Americans do not keep their mortgages for the full term, preferring to refinance or move. The 30-year mortgage system in... more
Nov 12, 2025 8:46 AM
— Mortgage Lending
VA loan utilization rates low in key metros
VA loans for U.S. military veterans provide access to homeownership with no money down, helping first-time buyers attain homeownership faster than conventional alternatives. However, only 1 in 5 homes nationwide is affordable to veterans. The share of listings affordable to veterans using VA loans is at a record low, but they still have a distinct advantage with 0% downpayment. VA loans can shorte... more
Nov 12, 2025 5:30 AM
— Mortgage Lending
Trump's 50-year mortgage would save you about $119 a month while doubling the interest you pay over the long run, UBS estimates
The Trump administration proposed a 50-year mortgage product to improve housing affordability, offering immediate savings to homebuyers but doubling the interest payment burden in the long run. This prolonged loan term could slow equity accumulation and pass mortgage debt on to borrowers' children. Despite potential relief for consumers, experts warn of trapping borrowers in long-term debt and del... more
Nov 11, 2025 4:33 AM
— Mortgage Lending
Tax Service, Realtor Marketing, Debt Payment Tools; Curinos on Apps; Events and Training
The article discusses the idea of using 50- or 100-year mortgages to improve affordability, but ultimately concludes that these long-term mortgages are often used by affluent homeowners for estate planning purposes. It also highlights various tools, services, and events related to mortgage lending, technology, debt consolidation, and marketing in the industry.
Nov 11, 2025 4:31 AM
— Mortgage Lending
Mortgage credit availability hits 3-year high
Mortgage credit availability reached a three-year high due to a significant increase in conventional mortgages. Various companies and organizations in the industry, such as Fortress, First American, Planet Home Lending, and the Mortgage Bankers Association, have made significant moves and predictions recently.
Nov 9, 2025 7:31 AM
— Mortgage Lending
Rate Re-Launches Rate App to Help Reduce Home Buyer Anxiety
Rate has relaunched its Rate App to help reduce stress for homeowners and homebuyers. A national study by Rate revealed that homeownership is a leading source of stress in America. The Stress Gap Report shows that buying a home is considered more stressful than other major life events. Key causes of stress include fear of making a bad investment, timing the move or sale, dealing with paperwork, an... more
Nov 6, 2025 9:08 AM
— Mortgage Lending
US Mortgage Rates Rise to 6.22% After Four Weeks of Declines
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Nov 6, 2025 8:08 AM
— Mortgage Lending
Mortgage Interest Rates Today: Mortgage Rates Rise to 6.22% After Fed Chair Jerome Powell Signals Tougher Policy
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Nov 6, 2025 12:05 AM
— Mortgage Lending
Controversial Mortgage Refinancing Advice Amid UK Interest Rate Changes
Homeowners are facing the decision of whether to refinance now or wait for better rates as fixed deals expire across the UK. Remortgaging involves choosing what kind of uncertainty to live with and making small choices that can add up to significant savings over the life of the loan. Factors to consider include fees versus rate, loan-to-value ratio, fixed-rate runway, and comparing product transfe... more
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