FCC warns scammers are successfully impersonating mortgage companies; Rocket begins first phase of rebrand; household growth expected to slow; MBA expands college program; Lower acquires technology vendor; MTC increases transparency on MSR valuations; Voxtur Analytics considering a sale; automated loan mod offering.

Lenders are planning to take a more hands-on approach in 2025 due to the purchase-heavy environment expected this year.

The quality control team at Fannie Mae identified “red flags” that could indicate borrowers have mischaracterized whether they’re seeking a mortgage for a primary residence or for a second home or investment property.

With Rep. Patrick McHenry, R-NC, no longer in Congress, legislation to limit trigger lead activity could see a boost; baby boomers expected to pass along home equity to heirs; two banks reposition portfolios; Clever Real Estate adds servicing clients.

Additional inventory is expected to hit the market next year but homebuyers are expected to continue to face affordability issues.

Federal Reserve researchers found that pandemic-era interest rates reduced mobility by 44%, as many homeowners are reluctant to let go of their low interest rates.

In a recent survey, real estate agents told HomeLight that changes to their commission structure has caused confusion for their clients and added new hurdles to the homebuying process.

FHFA announces 2025 conforming loan limits; rejection rate for refis hits survey high; home sales projected to increase; split in home price trends based on location; signs of stabilization for property insurance.

A more challenging housing market has led more homebuyers to seek guidance from loan officers, according to a new J.D. Power survey.

Six of the top 10 significant defects in loans acquired by Fannie Mae in the first quarter of this year weren’t on the list in the last quarter of 2023. Income calculation, though remained at the top of the list.