The next NAR scandal is here — and it’s about extravagant executive perks
The New York Times reported on lavish perks enjoyed by NAR executives, which could cause the trade group to lose its nonprofit status.
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The month in reverse mortgage rates: November 2024
Reverse mortgage educator Dan Hultquist updates the status of reverse mortgage rates while asking readers: do you ‘speak reverse?’
Mortgage rates dodge a bullet — for now
Last week we were at risk of breaking a key level in the bond market, which could have sent mortgage rates much higher.
Credit data shows: There’s no housing crash coming
The updated New York Fed credit report shows why we won’t see a housing bubble crash anytime soon, despite what your crazy uncle thinks.
Chrissi Rhea, co-founder of Mortgage Investors Group, has died
Chrissi Rhea, co-founder of Mortgage Investors Group and member of the MBA’s board of directors, died on Nov. 8, at the age of 73.
Real estate license reciprocity and portability: A complete guide to where you can practice
Does moving to another state doom you to a life of re-taking exams? Not necessarily. Check out our guide to real estate license reciprocity.
How Rocket Mortgage plans to win in 2025
Rocket Mortgage’s strategy for 2025 includes acquiring more mortgage servicing rights to capitalize on its eye-popping 85% recapture rate.
MMI Fund capital reserve is now 5X larger than required
The MMI Fund continued to operate well above its statutory minimum of 2%, though trade associations want more affordability action.
The best free real estate CRMs for 2024 (+ 4 low-cost alternatives)
Streamline your client interactions without spending a dime with these FREE real estate CRMs.
The trigger lead bill looks in doubt post-election
The post-election landscape has complicated the mortgage industry’s efforts to pass a trigger lead bill. Backup plans are being formulated.