Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Cliffco Mortgage Bankers is among the rare independent mortgage banks doing more business than last year. To get there, Cliffco, which has been in business since 1987, is going after the non-qualified mortgage ( non-QM ) market and investing in tech to get in front of buyers and non-agent referral partners.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 1, 2024

In October 2023, the firm — which is known for its “buy before you sell” product that enables a mortgage lender to treat the client’s current home as sold while giving them the ability to sell their home on the open market for up to 90 days after buying their new property — launched a partner channel.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 17, 2023

Mortgage rates continued to climb this week as U.S. Freddie Mac ‘s Primary Mortgage Market Survey, which focuses on conventional and conforming loans with a 20% down payment, shows the 30-year fixed rate averaged 7.09% as of August 17, up from last week’s 6.96%. Other indices showed even higher mortgage rates.

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Guild Mortgage has an ambitious plan under the leadership of its new CEO, Terry Schmidt. United Wholesale Mortgage , the top lender in the country by volume, claimed just under 8% total market share over the first nine months of 2023. nationally, per Inside Mortgage Finance (IMF) estimates. It won’t be easy. exits and 3.2%

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 16, 2020

When you get a mortgage, there are several options you can choose from, including FHA, VA, USDA, and conventional mortgages. But choosing the right mortgage product can be difficult — especially if you’ve never bought a home before. Are you confused about your mortgage options? Here are your choices: FHA mortgages.

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Housing Wire

JULY 14, 2022

The rollercoaster continues for mortgage rates. After falling 40 basis points last week to 5.30% , purchase mortgage rates climbed back up this week to 5.50%, according to the latest PMMS survey from Freddie Mac. The federal government on Wednesday reported that the consumer price index rose 9.1% Presented by: Polly.

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Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

In the aftermath, one of the most contentious issues in the minds of mortgage professionals is how the ruling might affect FHA and VA mortgage borrowers. FHA loans are a popular option for first-time homebuyers or those who don’t have a lot of cash saved for a down payment, because the loans require a minimum of 3.5%

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Mortgage lender and digital financial services company Guaranteed Rate hopes to court builders and borrowers with its newly launched programs — Lock ‘N’ Sell rate lock program and forward commitments – by helping the borrowers secure lower mortgage rates. Guaranteed Rate originated $34.38

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Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

But the good news is, more buyers have become aware of down payment assistance (DPA) options and are tapping into available resources for help, said Susanne Saller, a senior consultant at Caliber Home Loans. They’re using a DPA program through the New Jersey Housing and Mortgage Finance Agency (NJHMFA).

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Housing Wire

MARCH 16, 2023

The Federal Housing Finance Agency ’s (FHFA’s) decision to delay implementing the controversial upfront fee on Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac borrowers with higher debt-to-income (DTI) ratios gave mortgage lenders a breather. “I think the industry supports eliminating the DTI-based LLPA,” he said.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 14, 2022

Consolidation in the mortgage industry is likely in 2022, analysts and lending executives said. Justin Woodward has experienced the best and the worst of the mortgage industry in only 18 months. “I had not done first mortgage lending before, but I was familiar with the basics of real estate lending.

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Housing Wire

JANUARY 18, 2023

Builders feel more confident in the market, housing inventory data is positive and buyer demand for mortgages has increased — but don’t be fooled. In addition, the credit rating agency expects mortgage rates to move even higher in 2023 and home prices to decline by up to 5%. “We

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Realtor

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

If you’re a first-time home buyer , you might get a little queasy when the last line of your good-faith estimate comes in at several thousand dollars. Other governing factors like state limitations and rules can cap how much earnest money a seller can ask for. The amount you need to pay varies by location, lender, and loan type.

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 29, 2023

After nearly two years of trudging through a frozen housing market , the consensus among mortgage professionals is that the worst of it is over. The spread between the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage and the 10-year Treasury yield has narrowed after sitting at over 300 basis points, compared to the historic norm of 150 bps.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 18, 2023

In a cyclical mortgage industry, hedging is key to maintaining a buffer against losses. Since launching as a call center in 2003, the California lender has expanded into the outside distributed retail model with a target on the purchase mortgage market, serviced its own loans and developed its tech stack in-house.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 1, 2022

In January I received a text message from Dave Savage, CEO of Mortgage Coach. News just broke that private equity investor LLR Partners announced strategic investments in two mortgage technology companies — Mortgage Coach and Sales Boomerang ( click here for article ). Tech100 Mortgage Winners. Hey Clayton …” and a link.

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Housing Wire

MARCH 31, 2022

Non-QM, like any mortgage product, is affected by interest rate fluctuations. That’s because non-QM rates are generally 2 to 3 points higher than QM loans, and candidates for non-QM refinances probably aren’t being bombarded with refinance offers every time rates drop a quarter of a point.

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PennyMac

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Did you know, however, that there may be another financing option that could possibly benefit both the buyer and the seller under the right circumstances? We’re talking about the Assumable Mortgage. What Is an Assumable Mortgage? Which Types of Mortgages Are Assumable? How Do Assumable Mortgages Work?

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PennyMac

MARCH 4, 2024

If you’re like most people embarking on a home-buying journey, one of your first steps will be finding a mortgage lender. There’s a lot to consider when it comes to choosing the right one — everything from interest rates, loan types and fees to service and experience. Mortgage brokers. Direct lenders.

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Assurance Financial

APRIL 29, 2021

Mortgage Lending Terminology . If you plan to buy a home or refinance an existing mortgage, you’ll likely encounter mortgage loan terms and definitions that may be unfamiliar — especially if you’re buying a house for the first time. Adjustable-Rate Mortgage (ARM). Amortization. Assessed Value.

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Miller Samuel

FEBRUARY 12, 2019

When Jeff and Marie asked me to be formally interviewed for their blog " The Apple Peeled " I was happy to do so, especially because I could veer off the road into issues about the current mortgage and appraisal process. Miller said there are more buyers today compared to 2009, but those buyers are “very jaded about what value is.”

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Housing Wire

MAY 31, 2022

Mortgage lenders and real estate investment firms this month entered tight housing markets in the Midwest and the Northwest to better reach prospective homebuyers, despite a challenging mortgage market. While many lenders laid off some of their staff to cut costs, others continue opening offices to capitalize on demand from homebuyers.

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Genworth MI Blog

AUGUST 31, 2022

With an increasingly competitive market for buyers, many homebuyers have taken new steps to secure a successful offer. Foster: With COVID-19, the government-sponsored enterprises (GSEs) enacted temporary allowances for flexibilities in appraisals and inspections. More buyers began purchasing homes as-is, waiving repairs.

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Housing Wire

JULY 19, 2023

The dour housing market over the past 18 months has thrust struggling independent mortgage lenders (IMBs) into what seems like a pot of water that is coming slowly to a boil. Repurchase requests are prompted after GSE quality-review teams uncover underwriting errors in mortgages purchased by the agencies. “It

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PennyMac

MAY 12, 2022

A 30-year mortgage has long been the industry norm, and for good reason: It allows homebuyers to spread the loan out over a long period of time and keep payments as low as possible. But now that interest rates are still close to near historic lows, 15-year mortgages are becoming more popular. Is a 15-year mortgage right for you?

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PennyMac

APRIL 5, 2022

Enter perhaps the most important item on your homebuying preparation list: the mortgage pre-approval. In short, it serves as proof to sellers that you’re a serious and reliable buyer. No guarantees are made — it’s simply a model of what your mortgage could look like, should you be approved. Which buyer would you go with?

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Appraisal Today

MAY 10, 2024

New FHA ROV Policy By Dave Towne, May 3, 2024 Excerpts: Up until recently, there has never been a standardized policy for mortgage loan related Reconsideration of Value (ROV) requests after an appraisal has been submitted. Now there is, per the attached PDF HUD/FHA mortgage letter. The mortgage loan officer handling the loan?

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Housing Wire

OCTOBER 1, 2022

The complaint filed in federal court on Wednesday alleges that from at least 2015 to 2021, Lakeland failed to provide mortgage lending services to Black and Hispanic neighborhoods in Newark. Federal officials said similar banks generated five times as many loan applications from prospective Black and Latino home buyers as Lakeland.

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PennyMac

JULY 25, 2022

Today, we want to take a closer look at two of the most commonly purchased mortgage types: conventional loans and FHA loans. What’s the difference between FHA and conventional loan options? Conventional Loan. Conventional loans by definition are loans that are not backed or insured by any government entity.

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Assurance Financial

JULY 23, 2021

f or Home Loans? Buying a home is a major commitment, both on the part of the buyer and the lender. As a buyer, you agree to take care of your new home and repay your mortgage based on the terms of the loan. Your credit history is a snapshot of how you’ve used money and loans throughout your life.

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AmeriMac

MARCH 15, 2024

In this blog, we will delve into the world of AMCs, exploring their evolution, core functions , regulatory framework, and the benefits they offer to lenders, homeowners , and buyers. The Appraisal Process Explained The appraisal process is a crucial step in determining the value of a property for various purposes, including mortgage lending.

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PennyMac

SEPTEMBER 9, 2020

The down payment amount can vary depending on the type of loan for which you’re applying. Fortunately, there are numerous ways to save, as well as down payment assistance programs and other funding sources for buyers. Let’s first see what the down payment amount is for the type of loan you’re looking at.

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PennyMac

JUNE 1, 2022

Although few prospective home buyers have enough cash on hand to buy a property outright (which is where home mortgage loans come in), lenders still expect you to have enough money to make a down payment upfront. Make things easier on yourself by clearing out as much debt as possible before you take on a mortgage.

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PennyMac

JUNE 28, 2022

Getting a mortgage isn’t free, and closing on a house isn’t free. More specifically, closing costs are fees that you (as the buyer) will pay to third parties who have performed services for purchasing your home. After all, you’re already paying a down payment, potentially a mortgage payment, and potentially other fees.

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Town & Country Residential Appraisals

JANUARY 24, 2020

That’s a step towards mortgage insurance fraud and a lost license. Make no mistake - these individuals are trying to shift the liability for mortgage fraud from themselves to another party. If you ever experience this from a loan officer, feel free to report this behavior to the CFPB here.

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Housing Wire

DECEMBER 31, 2021

At the onset of the Coronavirus pandemic, the mortgage industry was preparing for absolute disaster. Mortgage executives held emergency meetings with their creditors over worst-case scenarios. Fratantoni’s organization is forecasting mortgage rates to gradually climb over the course of 2022, ending the year at 4%.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 24, 2023

But the government sponsored enterprise still expects a recession next year. “In Rising mortgage rates will also exert more downward pressure on sales. However, based on permits being substantially lower at 930,000, Fannie Mae expects some pull-back in the near term, especially given the recent rise in mortgage rates.

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