Big mortgage insurer may jump on IPO bandwagon
After throwing in the towel on a $2.7 billion merger, Genworth Financial is considering spinning off its mortgage insurance division
by Matt Carter Apr 13
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With the pandemic’s impact on homeowners still uncertain, Secretary of Housing Marcia Fudge says a cautious approach is warranted for now
by Matt Carter Mar 31
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
What is PMI? 3 things your buyers need to know
Building a relationship with quality loan officers is a great way to stay on top of lending changes and drum up referrals
by Pat Hiban Sep 5
10 tips for making a first-time home purchase go smoothly
They might require extra time and more information at every step, but it’s a gratifying transaction
by Nicole Solari May 23
What real estate agents should know about zero-down loans
Buyers need to know the pros and cons before making a decision
by Steve Cook Aug 1
Is it time to refinance? How to help clients decide
3 factors that impact the decision
by Erin Sheckler Nov 18
3 ways buyers can come out on top in a sellers' market
Homebuyers should know what to expect going into the process
by Mary McIntosh Aug 1
Which housing markets will become unaffordable if interest rates rise?
Interest rates are one of three levers that affect home affordability along with income and home prices
by Daren Blomquist Oct 22
How to help your client select the best mortgage for their big adventure
Add value to your service with home loan knowledge
by Ray Rodriguez Sep 15
How to use a federal home loan for mortgage insurance
The ins and outs of using loans for coverage
by Amanda Rosenblatt Sep 11
Tactile Finance finds opportunity in CFPB’s PMI bulletin
Web-based tool lets borrowers know exactly when to expect their lenders to stop charging them for private mortgage insurance
by Amy Tankersley Aug 19
18 simple terms that scare homebuyers
Use this guide to educate your clients
by Boom Rizal Jul 6
Risk-based standards for private mortgage insurers could restrict lending
MGIC, Radian Group shares tumble after Fannie and Freddie regulator issues proposal
by Inman Jul 11
Real estate and taxes are inextricably intertwined