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ARMs race: adjustable-rate mortgages make a comeback

Housing Wire

But this year, as rates have crested 6%, about 70% of Neat’s originations are adjustable-rate mortgages, a product that until recently had fallen out of favor due to the role they played in the housing crash of 2008 and a decade-plus of fixed-rate mortgages under 5%. . Not a one-size fits all”.

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How to Maximize Appraisal Underwriting Approvals in Rural Markets

Genworth MI Blog

Recently, the rural housing landscape has sparked discussion about its lending, affordable housing availability, housing shortages and outreach to underserved demographics. In 2008, Congress passed the Housing and Economic Reform Act. I refer to this approach as high-level bracketing. Holistic Analysis. Shift Terminology.

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How to Maximize Appraisal Underwriting Approvals in Rural Markets

Genworth MI Blog

Recently, the rural housing landscape has sparked discussion about its lending, affordable housing availability, housing shortages and outreach to underserved demographics. In 2008, Congress passed the Housing and Economic Reform Act. I refer to this approach as high-level bracketing. Holistic Analysis. Shift Terminology.