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The nation’s largest mortgage lenders are only getting bigger
Inside Mortgage Finance (IMF) data for the first quarter of 2025 was released this week. The numbers show little movement in the composition of the top 10 originators, but there is significant volatility in sales volumes on both a quarterly and yearly basis.
Augmented reality mobile app could assist with aging in place
University of Wisconsin-Madison researchers are developing a mobile app that could make renovations for aging in place easier to recommend.
Acting HUD watchdog’s memo targets fraud, tech and safety issues
HUD’s acting watchdog wants the department to address fraud and counterparty risk, technology vulnerabilities and health hazards.
Market for MSRs revs up as year-end approaches
The secondary market for MSRs has been heating up recently, but the specter of Ginnie’s proposed risk-based capital rules could throw sand in the gears. HW+ Premium Content
HousingWire Magazine: October/November 2021
2021 has been a year of transition. We’ve been transitioning to a new White House administration, transitioning away from a refinance market and cautiously transitioning back to meeting in person. HW+ Premium Content
How to hire more operational players in the mortgage space
HousingWire Insider Agnes Standowicz, vice president, underwriting leader at United Wholesale Mortgage, shares tips and advice on recruiting and retention. HW+ Premium Content
