Many hoped a March rate cut would boost housing. Now, it's not so clear
Most real estate professionals believe rate cuts by the Fed will be crucial for a sales recovery, according to results from the Inman Intel Index survey. But the timing on those cuts is hazy
by Chris LeBarton Feb 19
RE/MAX's Motto Mortgage aims for 1,000 offices nationwide
Being named to Entrepreneur magazine's 2023 Franchise 500 list for the 4th year in a row puts some wind in the sails of the company's long-term goals
by Matt Carter May 25
Rocket Mortgage's profits slip in Q3 as it pivots to lending to homebuyers
Nation's biggest mortgage lender growing partnerships with real estate agents, mortgage brokers, banks, and credit unions
by Matt Carter Nov 5
How mortgage lenders are preparing for the end of the refi boom
Top priorities: Improve the loan origination process, hire more loan officers, and partner with builders and real estate agents
by Matt Carter Jul 12
The top 10 independent mortgage brokers gaining market share
Mortgage brokers claimed more than 20 percent of market share for the first time in over a decade this January, and these companies are leading the charge
by Matt Carter Apr 13
Real estate agents: Stop advertising mortgage rates
Given the recent volatility with mortgage interest rates, real estate agents need to remember best practices in regards to advertising, which can include posting about rates on social media. Here are a few things to keep in mind so that you don't get yourself in trouble
by Jillayne Schlicke Mar 12
Why mortgage brokers are our industry's Cinderella story
Opinion
Mortgage brokers’ market share dropped to less than 10% in 2008 — now it's back up to 17%
by Mat Ishbia Apr 2
Is BNTouch the CRM agent-mortgage teams need?
This software platform for mortgage brokers to find, nurture and close loans can benefit real estate agents too
by Craig C. Rowe Jan 16
What mortgage brokers need to know before getting bonded
Prepare before you take the next step
by Todd Bryant Jul 8
How to use email marketing like it's 2016
A mortgage broker's guide to email marketing
by Eric Halsey Nov 11
Why it's important to work with a licensed and bonded mortgage broker
It's safety and insurance for the buyer when it comes to loans
by Todd Bryant Oct 30
4 ways to take advantage of market opportunities
Finish the year strong, and get a head start on a successful 2016
by Wendy Forsythe Oct 16
Title company fined after hosting river cruises attended by real estate agents, brokers
State regulator alleges cruise attendees referred business to TitleSmart — and may have engaged in unlicensed activities
by Amy Tankersley Sep 2
Vet your marketing service agreements with a new list of NAR 'do's and don'ts'
An MSA can have tremendous benefits for its partners, but they must be carefully structured
by Amy Tankersley Apr 13
New rules prevent loan originators from lowering their compensation
by Jack Guttentag Apr 23