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• Refinance activity is up 27%, but higher mortgage rates have pumped the brakes December 30, 2024
  CoreLogic data illustrates the limited potential for refinances as about 80% of current U.S. mortgage holders have rates below 5%.
• The biggest reverse mortgage opportunities in 2025 December 30, 2024
  Reverse mortgage professionals from multiple companies weigh in on the biggest industry opportunities in 2025.
• 2025 will be a year of Non-QM player diversification December 30, 2024
  In the 16 years since the peak of the Global Financial Crisis, the structured products industry has transformed from a market dominated by large banks to one with space for new players. New relationships are forming between insurers seeking long-term debt investments and managers specializing in origination, securitization, and sale of mortgage-backed securities. This new […]
• Rising inventory is the most positive housing market story in 2024 December 28, 2024
  The most positive development in the housing market over 2024 has been the increase in active housing inventory.
• Thinking of joining a real estate team? Here’s everything you should know December 28, 2024
  Discover how real estate teams work, the roles they include, and what you need to know about commission splits and benefits.
• The 25 best books for real estate agents in 2025 December 27, 2024
  Our list of the best books for real estate agents to help you grow your business in the New Year.
• The best real estate transaction management software for 2025 December 27, 2024
  Finding the perfect transaction management software doesn’t have to be a hassle. Find the best options for every type of real estate business.
• HUD announces new partnerships, funding to address skyrocketing homelessness December 27, 2024
  The United States saw an 18.1% increase in homelessness this year, attributed to a lack of affordable housing, devastating natural disasters and a surge of migrants in several parts of the country, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) reported on Friday in its January 2024 Point-In-Time Count Report. The report found more […]
• The biggest challenge for the reverse industry in 2024? Mortgage rates December 27, 2024
  Reverse mortgage industry leaders at multiple lenders weighed in on the year's biggest industry challenges.
• Active listings climb as the end of 2024 nears December 27, 2024
  Months of supply edged up 0.6% year over year to 4 months, indicating a balanced market and cooling competition.