After 14 years at Ally, and having served as CEO since 2015, Jeffrey Brown will remain with the bank through early 2024 before joining Hendrick Automotive Group as President.
Read More »Time for Originators to Take a Second Look at Outsourcing
Peter Baci and Javed Shaikh of Mphasis Digital Risk explain how leveraging specialized skills and expertise through offshoring can improve the quality of service and overall customer experience.
Read More »New Listings Hold Fast Despite Near-8% Mortgage Rates
The average homebuyer's monthly housing payment surged to an all-time high as mortgage rates hit their highest level in more than two decades during the first week of October. However, according to a new Redfin report, September experienced a slight uptick in new listings despite ongoing affordability challenges.
Read More »Homebuyers Resort to Family Roommates, Sharing Childcare to Save Money
Potential homebuyers are now co-buying and living with relatives for longer periods of time, according to a new survey from Realtor.com. Meanwhile, proximity to family remained a leading factor in choosing a place to live as many cohabiting Americans seek relief from childcare and housing costs.
Read More »Mortgage Credit Availability Rises Slightly in September
The MBA reports that lenders nationwide marginally increased their loan offerings to meet the changing needs of borrowers in the face of ongoing mortgage rates above the 7% mark.
Read More »Plunk Taps Joe Dahleen as Advisor
The AI-powered home analytics provider has appointed a seasoned advisor to introduce risk assessment and remodel analysis tools to the banking industry.
Read More »Finding a Home Connection More Stressful Than Finding a Love Connection?
While purchasing a home can come with many challenges, according to a new Redfin survey, nearly 60% of recent homebuyers said purchasing a home is more stressful than dating, as mortgage rates remain at their highest level in more than two decades.
Read More »Housing Sentiment Declines Further as Mortgage Rates Remain Elevated
High mortgage rates have pushed consumer housing sentiment even lower, according to Fannie Mae's latest Home Purchase Sentiment Index, as more Americans are now pointing to mortgage rates rather than home prices as the primary obstacle to achieving housing affordability.
Read More »Renting With an Average Salary in the U.S.
Experts have said for decades that rent/housing costs should not exceed more than 30% of your income. Here’s where the current average salary gets you the furthest.
Read More »HUD Announces Over $75M in Loan Guarantee Commitments
“The Biden-Harris Administration and HUD are committed to building and preserving more housing, supporting small businesses, and strengthening communities,” said Secretary Marcia L. Fudge. “This loan guarantee will support projects in Nebraska and California that will transform their economies and communities.”
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