Newrez partners with Patch news site to bolster mortgage originations
Building on the momentum of last year's Caliber Home Loans acquisition, Newrez seeks to be 'national go-to source' for mortgage info
by Matt Carter Mar 3
Take your pick: Encompass handles both old and new qualified mortgage rules
Fannie and Freddie will use new price-based qualified mortgage rule for loans with settlement dates after Aug. 31
by Matt Carter Aug 18
Sprout Mortgage gives brokers more control of loan estimate
A new program gives originators better visibility into how lender fees will be presented to borrowers
by Matt Carter Mar 31
Opinion: Change is the new normal for mortgage professionals
Opinion
Market demand and regulatory requirements are simply going to be part of the equation moving forward
by Patrick Stone Jun 26
Mortgage Choice Act passes House
Industry trade groups support changes to cap on mortgage fees and points as bill heads to an unfriendly Senate
by Amy Tankersley Apr 17
How to turn renters into homeowners by beating student debt
Despite popular belief, options and strategies are available
by Steve Cook Apr 14
Follow the mortgage money: Why 2014 should be a good year for housing
Look for Fannie and Freddie's new regulator to push for looser underwriting, down payment requirements
by Ken Harney Dec 17
Regulator's talk of reduced Fannie and Freddie loan limits could not come at a worse time
Real estate industry warns of credit crunch if thousands of homebuyers are moved into 'jumbo' territory
by Ken Harney Oct 21
Lending groups urge high court to reject Obama administration's discrimination test
Critics: Focusing on outcomes, rather than intent, flies in the face of sound underwriting practices
by Ken Harney Sep 10
Easing of lending rules a 'victory for mortgage bankers' and homebuyers
Small down payments won't trigger 'risk retention' requirements
by Inman Aug 28
Questions about Cordray's appointment could undermine regulator's authority
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is key player in drafting and implementing mortgage, RESPA rules
by Ken Harney Jul 2
Court ruling opens the door for battle over leadership of Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
by Ken Harney Jan 29
Lenders likely to demand larger down payments from buyers in high-cost markets
by Ken Harney Jan 15
Center for Responsible Lending: Homeownership helps families build wealth
by Inman Dec 12
'Fiscal cliff' negotiations may include homeowner tax breaks
by Inman Nov 7