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Global reverse mortgages in the news: growth, delay and launch
Reverse mortgages are seeing growth in Canada, setbacks in Australia and a new product launched in South Korea.
The best state to age in place is not where you think
If you think the best state for aging in place is a popular retirement destination, a new report encourages you to think again.
Hall Willkie steps down as president of Brown Harris Stevens
An industry veteran, Willkie has been with Brown Harris Stevens for 37 years. He will remain at the firm as a full-time consultant.
GSE repurchase risk is rippling through the MSR market
Elevated buyback pressure from Fannie and Freddie is particularly acute for small, struggling lenders seeking to sell mortgage-servicing rights (MSRs).
The next refi boom’s double-edged sword: EPOs
HousingWire spoke to lenders and loan officers about how they’re planning for the return of refis, and how they’re going to try to avoid early pay-off (EPO) penalties.
MIAC settles compliance case with the SEC
New York-based Mortgage Industry Advisory Corporation (MIAC) has agreed to settle with the SEC over allegations of multiple compliance failures.
In today’s hot housing market, how are real estate agents staying competitive?
Only half of small businesses survive five years or longer. So, in today’s highly competitive market, what are real estate agents doing to succeed? HW+ Premium Content
What conversion rate should real estate agents expect when they purchase leads?
There’s a misconception among real estate agents about conversion rates. So, what should agents expect, and how can they get the most out of the leads? HW+ Premium Content
How LOs are dealing with an explosion of activity in NYC’s suburbs
With interest rates at historic lows and a rush on the suburban market, lenders in New York City and its bedroom communities are hustling to process what they say is an unprecedented book of business. HW+ Premium Content
