In theory, all government-backed FHA, VA and USDA loans are assumable, and with mortgage rates at levels not seen in two decades, interest in this little-used option has been growing
While other companies are shedding their mortgage arms, Zillow's seeing potential and doubling down on Zillow Home Loans
At a time when demand for loans has shriveled, Polygon Research CEO Val Buresch argued at Inman Connect Las Vegas on Wednesday that open communication will help people take action
A rising tide of economists are backing away from early forecasts that the US is very likely to enter a recession later this year or by the first quarter of 2024. But some still see dark clouds ahead
For the month of May, 2.6% of all mortgages in the US were in some stage of delinquency, a 0.1% decrease from the levels seen a year before, according to data from CoreLogic
Major real estate companies began reporting Q2 earnings this week against a backdrop of high rates, low inventory and a sluggish economy. Analysts shared what they're watching with Intel
Mortgage brokers have to undergo specific training to do their jobs. Those with an aptitude for hard work and client relationships can find great success over the course of their careers
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Not crazy about buyer love letters? A great lender can reach out to the listing agent on a buyer's behalf to offer information and reassurance
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For agents, sharing these programs with those who would not normally qualify for a traditional conventional loan can be a huge lead generator for their business for many years to come
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Focusing exclusively on monthly payments can mean borrowers lose sight of the advantages, and drawbacks, of various loan products
Recognizing a need for deeper conversation in the mortgage and lending industry, Inman introduces the Mortgage & Finance Forum, Aug. 9 at the Aria in Las Vegas. Attendance is free for qualified professionals
A new survey conducted by Zillow suggests there are opportunities for real estate agents and companies that provide information and make lending more user friendly
UWM, Rocket Mortgage and Fairway were enthusiastic backers of Freddie Mac's Home Possible mortgage in 2022, which lets low-income homebuyers put as little as 3% down
Ishbia, majority owner of the Phoenix Suns, was knocked over by Nuggets' star Nikola Jokic in a play that headed his way, for which he was given a technical foul
Past periods of high inflation and high rates — be it in 1979, 1980 or 1990 — have caused the housing market to stall. But they also didn't crush it forever, according to an Inman analysis