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Trump slaps China with an additional 50% tariff, and homebuilder stocks tank 

President Trump is placing an additional 50% tariff on China, bringing the total to 104% since the beginning of his second term.

Fairway announces ‘hybrid e-closings’ for reverse mortgages 

The company previously said this option will make HECM processes more convenient for borrowers as it seeks to expand the business.

Some Social Security recipients were falsely told their benefits had stopped, senators say 

SSI beneficiaries were reportedly told, incorrectly, that their benefits had stopped, prompting an inquiry from three Democratic senators.

Top talent should be seeking you out 

Attracting and retaining top talent in your organization is critical to long-term success. But how a leader or organization attracts top talent and retains key people has shifted, and we must evolve with the trends to remain relevant.

Bill Dallas answers five questions on the industry’s response to COVID-19 

To help lenders navigate the uncertainties in the mortgage industry amid the COVID-19 pandemic, HousingWire filmed an interview with Finance of America Mortgage President Bill Dallas.

Servicers face “greatest nightmare ever” as coronavirus spreads 

There is no question that mortgage originators have faced difficulties the past few weeks. But for servicers, the situation is much more dire as they face problems on multiple fronts caused by the virus, along with the increase in demand.

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