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Better launches bank statement HELOC for small business owners
The new HELOC lets self-employed borrowers access home equity without tax returns, W-2s or profit-and-loss statements.
5 states sue Zillow, Redfin over $100M rental agreement one day after FTC suit
Attorneys general in Virginia, Arizona, New York, Connecticut and Washington have filed their own version of the FTC’s lawsuit.
MBA promotes three leaders ahead of COO Marcia Davies’ retirement
Laura Hopkins, John Mechem and Peter Grace take on new senior management roles, reporting to CEO Bob Broeksmit.
Should seniors lean into the burgeoning crypto investment trend?
Cryptocurrency is a hot topic across the global economy — and the mortgage industry is no different. If they haven’t already, many Americans may start to consider the use of crypto in their retirement accounts.
Pennymac, UWM plan new debt sales
The two major lenders are looking to repay MSR facilities and refinance upcoming maturities as investor appetite for mortgage debt is strong.
UWM swings back to profitability in Q2 amid surging volumes, margins
UWM, the largest mortgage originator in America, swung back to profitability in Q2 2025, driven by higher loan volumes and wider margins.
Migration 2025: Where Americans are moving to — and why
Migration pathways such as New York to Los Angeles and Charlotte to Chicago highlight an interest in urban living, despite financial worries.
Monroe Capital, alleged ‘architect’ of MV Realty scheme, under fire in new lawsuit
A new lawsuit claims that the lender played a central role in financing and directing MV Realty’s right-to-list agreement scheme
