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Here’s why non-QM earned its place at the mortgage dinner table
The non-qualified mortgage market has experienced significant growth since its introduction nearly a decade ago. 10 years in, credit ratings agencies regularly release performance metrics for investors, which provide remarkable insight into this extremely versatile asset class.
$67K to sell a home? Consumers drastically underestimate the costs
More than half of respondents were surprised by costs and nearly a quarter went into debt. Forty percent reported financial strain.
Household income climbs in some big cities, outweighed by inflation in others
Modest income increases failed to keep pace with the roughly 3% inflation rate, meaning many households effectively lost buying power.
After the Bayview deal, what’s the refi strategy for Guild Mortgage?
Guild LOs said they have yet to receive any guidance on how the two platforms would collaborate after the deal closes.
Lender Toolkit launches IT services for ICE Encompass users
The offerings include IT budget audits, penetration testing and cybersecurity services, targeted project leadership and help desk support.
OCC drops disparate impact enforcement
In April, President Donald Trump signed an executive order directing federal agencies to eliminate the use of disparate impact in enforcement or supervision.
Century 21 expands in Utah, adding Edge Real Estate
The affiliated firm includes several independent sales professionals located throughout Utah — allowing it to serve clients across the state.
RedKey Realty Leaders merges with RE Source, launches commercial division
The merger brings seven commercial agents from RE Source to RedKey’s existing team of approximately 200 residential agents.
Why empathy is the leadership superpower real estate needs now
Empathetic leadership is about seeing the whole person, not just the role they play in your organization, and responding with genuine care and support.
