Longbridge CEO Chris Mayer on reverse mortgage partnerships with forward companies
Longbridge CEO Chris Mayer speaks with HousingWire’s RMD about forward mortgage partnerships and the potential of HECM for Purchase.
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As White House scrutinizes HUD programs, union leaders offer a waste target
Despite a high level of anxiety at HUD, a pair of union leaders said there could be a chance to do away with at least one “inefficient” program.
MBA issues support for FHFA nominee Bill Pulte
In a letter addressed to the Senate Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs, the MBA gave a strong endorsement of Bill Pulte to lead the FHFA.
What will happen to HMBS 2.0 under Trump’s regulatory freeze?
HMBS 2.0 could make a big difference for reverse mortgage securities issuers, but a lack of concrete information leaves an implementation timeline unclear.
Mortgage applications for new homes are 9% higher than a year ago
MBA builder application survey data for December highlighted 9% year-over-year growth in loan applications for new homes.
MBA promotes Jamie Woodwell to lead its commercial, multifamily public policy efforts
The Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) on Monday appointed Jamie Woodwell as its senior vice president of commercial/multifamily policy and strategic industry engagement.
Mortgage demand drops 22% during holidays as rates move higher
Rising mortgage rates suppressed applications in the MBA’s final mortgage applications survey index of 2024, released on Thursday. Unsurprisingly, application volume dropped significantly even with a seasonal adjustment to account for the holidays.
Mortgage groups gear up to get trigger leads bill passed in 2025
The trigger leads bill has become a 2025 priority for the mortgage industry after failing to pass the House of Representatives last week, despite Senate approval.
What it’s like connecting reverse mortgage professionals with forward lending partners
Reverse mortgage industry professionals explain what it’s like to try and forge more partnerships with forward lenders at a major event.
Trade groups push for flood insurance extension ahead of potential government shutdown
With a federal government shutdown looming, housing and insurance groups are urging an extension of the National Flood Insurance Program.