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Government shutdown halts new reverse mortgage endorsements
In its contingency plan, HUD confirmed that borrowers will receive HECM payments from HUD during the lapse in appropriations.
The Steven Cohen Team returns to Corcoran Group
After five years at Douglas Elliman, Cohen and his top-performing New York City-based team are returning to their roots at Corcoran Group
EquityProtect foils alleged title fraud scheme in Ohio
According to the company, a scammer tried to persuade the man to take out a reverse mortgage in an effort to steal his home equity.
Optimal Blue July 2025 data shows record-high non-QM share
The July 2025 Market Advantage mortgage data report found cooling purchase demand, rising refis and record non-QM lending.
Tariff impacts on inflation remain ‘spotty’ as Fed considers September move
Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose 2.7% year over year in July, matching June’s pace. On a monthly basis, inflation increased 0.2%, down from 0.3% in June.
Credit availability rose slightly in July, driven by ARM loans
The Mortgage Credit Availability Index (MCAI) increased by 0.2% to 103.9 in July, indicative of loosening credit.
HousingWire AI Summit to address tech’s promise and pitfalls
HousingWire’s AI Summit takes place in Dallas on Aug. 12 and welcomes numerous industry leaders to share expert insights.
The big question: Have agent commissions changed since the settlement?
Data shows that despite the predictions real estate agent commissions have remained stable even with the business practice changes
Investing in real estate taught this coach what makes a real estate agent great
As a real estate investor, Darryl Davis learned what it means to be a great real estate agent.
