HomePath Ready Buyer program could save first-time homebuyers up to 3 percent off mortgage closing costs
Senate Democrats want to see more sales to owner-occupants
Portal lets agents contact mortgage giant sooner in the process to keep problems from escalating
New channel for resolving valuation disputes and servicer delays
$1,000 for buyer's agents, $500 for listing agents on sales closing by April 15
Other vendors also expected to add HomePath REO offer forms
Incentives reward agents bringing buyers to HomePath, HomeSteps deals
Buyers' agents can earn $1,000 bonuses on HomePath sales in 2 states
Closing-cost credit, agent bonus pay off
In pilot program, buyer's agents must submit offers online
Buyer's agents eligible for $1,500 bonus on REO sales
Appraisal fees, mortgage insurance waived for qualified buyers