Austin fintech startup Hitch has rolled out a HELOC platform to help homeowners tap into more than $100 billion in government grants available for home renovation. Established at the start of 2022, Hitch will give […]
Brena Nath, Director of HW+ and Events AT THE END OF EACH YEAR I always get nostalgic looking back on the key moments that defined the year. 2022 was a unique one, as much of […]
Maleesa Smith IF YOU’RE LISTENING to the objectively smart voices in the industry, I hope by now you’ve heard the refrains of “win in any market,” “lean into the chaos” and “growth mindset.” If you […]
Interest rates and inflation continued to dampen activity in the housing market across all 12 Federal Reserve districts, according to the Fed’s latest Beige Book. “Higher interest rates further dented home sales, which declined at […]
The Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell said during a Wednesday afternoon speech at the Brookings institute that monetary policy affects the economy and inflation with uncertain lags, and the full effects of the ongoing tightening […]
Given the market contraction and numerous layoffs in the industry, it may be surprising to think that loan officer recruitment and retention could be a focus for some lenders and independent mortgage banks right now. […]
The conforming loan limit for mortgages backed by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac will pass the $1 million mark for the first time in 2023, reigniting a debate about the government’s role in the mortgage […]
Mortgage rates dropped last week, but it wasn’t enough to spur mortgage demand. The market composite index, a measure of mortgage loan application volume, declined 0.8% for the week ending November 25 after rising 2.2% […]
The National Association of Mortgage Brokers (NAMB) announced a series of roadshows in partnership with Freddie Mac and Rocket Pro TPO, starting Dec. 8 in St. Louis, Missouri. The events will feature speakers focused on […]
The HousingWire award spotlight series highlights the individuals and organizations that have been recognized through our Editors’ Choice Awards. Nominations for HousingWire’s TECH100 award are now open through Friday, December 23, 2022. Click here to […]
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