TransUnion knocks plan to let lenders use 2 credit reports
The plan to move to a bi-merge process allowing lenders to use 2, instead of 3, credit reports was announced last October by FHFA, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac's federal regulator
by Matt Carter Oct 16
Wells Fargo providing $10K in down payment assistance in 8 metros
To qualify for grants being made through Wells Fargo's existing Special Purpose Credit Program, homebuyers can't earn more than 120% of the area median income
by Matt Carter Aug 10
US Bank, UWM join movement to boost minority lending
With Fannie and Freddie leading the charge, a growing number of lenders are using special purpose credit programs to boost homeownership in underserved communities
by Matt Carter Jul 13
Figure powering HELOCs for 4 more independent mortgage banks
As it continues to sign private label partners for its blockchain-powered loans, Figure says it's provided more than $6B in HELOCs to roughly 85,000 households in 45 states
by Matt Carter Jul 12
Polly raises $37M to modernize secondary mortgage markets
Menlo Ventures, a backer of HomeLight and Qualia, led the funding round and will take a seat on San Francisco-based startup's board
by Matt Carter Jan 26
Survey: Mortgage refi crush exposed dangers of digital-heavy approach
JD Power finds customer satisfaction is highest when lenders employ the right mix of technology and personal interactions
by Matt Carter Nov 11
Inman announces the next round of sponsors for ICNY17
Sponsors and exhibitors ready with solutions to enhance the business and bottom lines of real estate professionals at Inman Connect New York
by Devon Broderick Jan 5
ZipRealty launches mortgage center powered by Informa Research Services
Prospect Mortgage and Movement Mortgage are 'preferred' lenders
by Inman Feb 25