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Oct 21, 2025 11:27 AM
— Mortgage Lenders
How To See More Bankrate Results In Your Google Searches
The article discusses the challenge of finding trustworthy sources of information online due to the rise of AI-assisted search and content generation. It encourages users to add trusted publishers like Bankrate to their preferred sources list in Google to access reliable information on topics like mortgage rates. The writers and editors at Bankrate are committed to providing original work that emp... more
Oct 20, 2025 9:25 AM
— Mortgage Lenders
Rocket layoffs related to Mr. Cooper deal get underway
Rocket Companies confirmed layoffs following the acquisition of Mr. Cooper and Redfin. Jay Bray will become the new president and CEO as part of the acquisition. Mortgage Bankers Association economist Marina Walsh noted that lenders could struggle to close loans as more consumers apply with multiple originators. Rate-and-term transactions increased significantly in September.
Oct 14, 2025 8:24 AM
— Mortgage Lenders
Signing, Borrower Retention, LOS, QC Audit, AVM Tools; Slowing Economy = Lower Rates
The article discusses various tools and services available for lenders and brokers in the mortgage industry, focusing on automation, subservicing platforms, signing solutions, valuation models, appraisal processes, and quality control. It also mentions how the industry is adapting to changes and modernizing to meet the demands of today's lending market.
Oct 11, 2025 10:24 AM
— Mortgage Lenders
Unemployed or furloughed due to the government shutdown? Believe it or not, your bank can help
The article discusses the financial assistance programs that some banks and credit unions offer to customers who are experiencing financial hardship due to unemployment or the government shutdown. It advises individuals to reach out to their financial institutions for support, even if the programs are not publicly promoted.
Oct 9, 2025 2:23 PM
— Mortgage Lenders
Foreclosures Continue To Rise Across the U.S.—These 10 Metros Are Hardest Hit
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Oct 9, 2025 8:26 AM
— Mortgage Lenders
DPA, eNote, Credit Tools; Fannie and Freddie Open for Business; Conv. Conforming Changes
A lawsuit alleging price collusion impacting millions of borrowers targeting Optimal Blue and nearly 30 originators indicates that lender spreads were 2.68bps higher than others. Mortgage payments rose by 54 percent from 2022 to 2025. Halloween in the mortgage world is referred to as 'Renewal Eve' for licensing purposes. Various updates and changes in Fannie Mae's policies and services are noted, ... more
Oct 9, 2025 6:26 AM
— Mortgage Lenders
Optimal Blue suit alleges cartel-style mortgage fixing
A new class action lawsuit accuses Optimal Blue and 26 lenders of price fixing and inflating mortgage costs for consumers. The lender is seeking to dismiss the lawsuit, claiming the scheme is implausible. Falling interest rates led to increased refinancing activity but a decline in overall lock volumes due to slowing purchase activity.
Oct 7, 2025 8:23 AM
— Mortgage Lenders
Non-QM, Accounting, Settlement, POS, Borrower Assistance Tools; LOs and Compassion; Rates Treading Water
President Trump recommended that publicly held companies report earnings every six months instead of every three. The article also discusses various products and tools available to lenders, such as automated valuation models and private mortgage insurance solutions.
Oct 6, 2025 11:29 AM
— Mortgage Lenders
Trading, TPO Training, Verification Tools; Investor Shutdown News; Fifth Third/Comerica Deal
The article discusses the impact of changing business trends, including the government shutdown affecting lenders but not M&A news. It also highlights new technology and tools for lenders to streamline processes and improve borrower experience.
Oct 4, 2025 3:24 AM
— Mortgage Lenders
UWM downgraded by Morgan Stanley on stock valuation risk
An analyst at Morgan Stanley downgraded UWM Holdings due to valuation risk. Default notices, scheduled auctions, and REOs are up double digits compared to last summer. Former Mr. Cooper CEO Jay Bray will become Rocket Mortgage's president and CEO. The company will now consider loans up to $819,000 as government-sponsored enterprise-eligible. President Trump wants government-sponsored loan buyers t... more
Oct 3, 2025 11:33 AM
— Mortgage Lenders
Homeowners sue D.R. Horton over hidden mortgage costs
A group of homeowners filed a class action lawsuit against the largest homebuilding company in the United States and its mortgage lending subsidiary over alleged deceptive mortgage schemes. The lawsuit accuses Village Capital of failing to pay full price for servicing assets and refusing to reimburse Change for a large Ginnie Mae payment.
Oct 1, 2025 11:33 AM
— Mortgage Lenders
Mr. Cooper costs Rocket $5B more than first announced
Rocket Cos. has successfully acquired Mr. Cooper, increasing its valuation by nearly $5 billion. Investors in certain senior notes have been given a new expiration date for the closing of the tender offer and exchange. UWM's common stock price has increased significantly since July, and the company is now considering loans up to $819,000 as government-sponsored enterprise-eligible.
Sep 29, 2025 7:23 AM
— Mortgage Lenders
Your Mortgage Rate May Be Lower Than You Think—Depending on Where You Live
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Sep 26, 2025 2:23 PM
— Mortgage Lenders
Mortgage Rates, Seasonal Timing, and Fixer-Uppers: What Homebuyers Need To Know Now
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Sep 25, 2025 8:39 AM
— Mortgage Lenders
Loan Pricing, AI Marketing, Fee Collection, QC, Borrower Mining Tools; $2 Trillion in 2025? Non-Agency Marches On
U.S. homeowners hold a record $17.8 trillion in equity, with $11.6 trillion considered 'tappable'. The Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) expects a 1 percent home price appreciation rate. Lenders are preparing for new quality control standards. Various companies are offering services and products related to mortgage lending, such as intelligent marketing solutions and warehouse lending. ACES Quali... more
Sep 25, 2025 7:23 AM
— Mortgage Lenders
Lower mortgage rates are no help for Greater Boston’s frozen housing market
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Sep 24, 2025 7:23 AM
— Mortgage Lenders
Fannie Mae sees home sales surging as rates tumble in 2026
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Sep 23, 2025 1:23 PM
— Mortgage Lenders
Dave Ramsey Weighs In on Fed Interest Rate Cut for Homeowners: It’s ‘Good News’
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Sep 18, 2025 3:24 PM
— Mortgage Lenders
CrossCountry to expand asset management arm
CrossCountry HoldCo, the parent company of a large retail mortgage company, is expanding its asset management arm through partnerships with Ares Alternative Credit fund and Hildene Capital Management. The increase in 10-year Treasury yield has caused mortgage rates to rise, leading to a higher tendency for borrowers to tap into home equity. Delinquencies within the mortgage segment have eased from... more
Sep 18, 2025 11:48 AM
— Mortgage Lenders
UWM first to raise its conforming limits for 2026
United Wholesale Mortgage has raised its conforming loan limits ahead of the official announcement by the Federal Housing Finance Agency. This move has led the New Jersey-based bank to lay off over 100 employees in its mortgage lending operations. Other lenders like Pennymac have followed suit by increasing their conforming loan limits as well.
Sep 18, 2025 8:29 AM
— Mortgage Lenders
Internal Audit, Servicing Risk, Rate Reset, Market Analysis Products; Rate's Spanish Program; Fed Cut, Now What?
JPMorgan Chase, Citigroup, Wells Fargo, Bank of America, PNC Bank, and others have decreased their prime lending rate to 7.25 percent following a .250 cut in the U.S. Federal Reserve overnight Fed Funds rate. The Federal Open Market Committee participants favoring a 50-basis-point reduction, echoing President Trump's call for cheaper borrowing rates. Mortgage market research shows that minority ho... more
Sep 17, 2025 1:24 PM
— Mortgage Lenders
Union Home Mortgage to acquire Sierra Pacific assets
Union Home Mortgage is acquiring the origination assets of Sierra Pacific Mortgage, including the retail and wholesale production channels. Optimal Blue has rebranded after being sold by Black Knight to Constellation Software. Finance of America and Hilltop Holdings are also joining an exchange that has been relocated by Intercontinental Exchange. Anniemac, a company based in New Jersey, is expand... more
Sep 17, 2025 8:26 AM
— Mortgage Lenders
TBA, DPA Tools; HELOC, 2nd, Jumbo, Non-QM News; Union Home/Sierra Pacific Deal
The article discusses how artificial intelligence is becoming more prevalent in the mortgage industry, with new hires relying on AI for various tasks. It also covers various mortgage-related services, software, and tools for lenders and brokers, as well as an acquisition announcement between Union Home Mortgage and Sierra Pacific Mortgage Corporation.
Sep 16, 2025 8:30 AM
— Mortgage Lenders
Broker, QC Products; Bank M&A; LOs - Know Your Borrower; Figure's IPO star Mike Cagney Interview
The article discusses various updates and changes in the mortgage industry, including servicers facing new guidelines from HUD, the end of operations for Accurate Quality Control, Early Access Soft Check from TransUnion, MQMR's Monthly Compliance Support program, extending Encompass workflows into the POS, new products at Click n' Close, and technology enhancements at American Financial Resources,... more
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Users should contact lenders directly to obtain formal, binding loan offers. If you identify any discrepancies in the data or would like to have your institution’s rates included, please contact us at content@mortgage-rates.ai
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