After the Bayview deal, what’s the refi strategy for Guild Mortgage?
Guild LOs said they have yet to receive any guidance on how the two platforms would collaborate after the deal closes.
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‘Dating the rate’ misled borrowers. Now they’re financially strained
An out-of-date mantra that once lured in prospective homebuyers is being criticized by mortgage originators who say clients were “misled.”
Bilt raises $250M to expand into mortgages, with backing from UWM
Bilt, which operates a loyalty program and credit card that converts rent payments into points, has secured a new funding round led by General Catalyst and GID.
Waltz raises another $25M to power international real estate investment
The company said it’s positioned to support up to $1 billion in loan volume, a move aligned with growing foreign demand for U.S. property.
Armando Falcon on the FHFA’s move toward crypto mortgages
Armando Falcon, chairman and CEO of Falcon Capital Advisors, shares how the GSEs can be prudent in piloting the use of crypto in mortgages.
Stable mortgage rate environment reshapes how LOs engage with borrowers
In a rare period of rate stability, lenders say that borrower mindsets — not numbers — may unlock market momentum.
House passes abusive trigger leads ban
A final rule is expected by the end of 2025.
Logan Finance launches new product suite for non-QM borrowers
The launch comes at a time when traditional underwriting is struggling to meet a rapidly evolving borrower landscape, the company said.
The HELPER Act promises to open up housing opportunities and give the real estate business a much-needed lift
A firefighter and his pregnant wife were unable to buy a two-bedroom home in the neighborhood where they grew up; two teachers had dashed dreams of owning their bungalow near the school where they work. These are just two examples of the heartbreaking scenarios you hear about in the real estate business.
Building an empire starts with your POS
Millennial homebuyers (born between 1981 and 1996) are reshaping the real estate landscape with their strong preference for digital tools and technology-driven experiences. As the largest cohort of homebuyers in the U.S., their tech-first approach influences how properties are marketed, searched and purchased.