5 ways the pandemic mortgage boom has changed the market
Mortgage experts Ann Thompson and Christian Wallace share how the pandemic changed the mortgage market and what it means for today's consumers at Connect Now
by Marian McPherson Mar 16
Is Walmart gunning for the mortgage industry? Experts say yes
Experts Holden Lewis, Greg McBride and Jill Gonzalez share their thoughts on Walmart's foray into fintech and what it could mean for the mortgage industry
by Marian McPherson Mar 10
older millennial
Clever Real Estate's latest millennial survey revealed just how far the generation is willing to go to become homeowners
by Marian McPherson Feb 23
What's changed? 5 factors COVID-19 caused us to reconsider
Opinion
There's no doubt that a home is still a smart investment. However, this past year presented us with many other crucial points to consider. Here are a few short- and long-term results 2020's events might bring
by Kuba Jewgieniew Jan 28
Mortgage affordability falls in 51 of 100 largest cities
A new Point2 report also found that home prices rose faster than wages in most of the biggest markets
Mortgage applications increase for fourth time in 5 weeks
Mortgage applications and refinance applications increased during the week ending Dec. 11, 2020, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association's weekly survey
by Lillian Dickerson Dec 16
Could we see a flurry of foreclosures in 2021?
Opinion
Although there is more demand for housing, there is also a higher risk of losing it, and many economic signs point to a rocky road ahead. Here's why this housing boom won't last
by Andrew Duguay Nov 3
WFG founder Pat Stone talks e-closings, coronavirus and getting back to basics
On the heels of WFG's 10th anniversary, founder Pat Stone shares his secret to success, which hinges on mastering the basics and putting clients first
by Marian McPherson Oct 16
Realtor.com, Rocket Mortgage announce new partnership
The advertising relationship will direct interested homebuyers to Rocket Mortgage's pre-approval application
by Patrick Kearns Sep 30
United Wholesale Mortgage to go public in largest SPAC deal ever
United Wholesale Mortgage is slated to go public during the fourth quarter of 2020, through a special purpose acquisition company deal with Gores Holdings IV
by Marian McPherson Sep 23
Making sense of the headlines: A look at household debt
Opinion
Looking for a little clarity on this week's news? Windermere Chief Economist Matthew Gardner takes a deep dive into the latest data on household debt and credit and what it might mean for post-COVID economic recovery
by Matthew Gardner Aug 25
Share of mortgages in forbearance continues decline, falling to 7.4%
This week marks the eighth week in a row in which total loans in forbearance have declined. Currently, there are about 3.7 million homeowners enrolled in forbearance plans
by Lillian Dickerson Aug 11
What agents need to know about mortgages during (and after) COVID-19
As experts and advisers, real estate agents have always played an important role for homebuyers. But it’s clear that during the coronavirus era, they have even more responsibility to educate clients on what's happening in today's market
by Salomon Chong Jun 30
Caliber Home Loans settlement gives $17M in loan forgiveness to New Yorkers
The settlement applies to borrowers who were enrolled in interest-only loan modifications by Caliber, as well as customers who are dealing with the economic fallout of COVID-19
by Lillian Dickerson Jun 24
Millennials are confused about real estate
Although millennials will likely make up the largest percentage of homebuyers this year, the generation appears to be woefully under-informed about the real estate industry, according to a recent survey by flat-fee brokerage Homie
by Lillian Dickerson Jun 23