Not just a refi surge: Why ground-up construction could see a fall resurgence

By: ameer@trustedteam.com

While falling rates have boosted refinances, some investors are seeing construction opportunities

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Rate hikes unlikely until 2026, says NAB economist

By: ameer@trustedteam.com

Meanwhile, mortgage holders are eyeing the RBA’s next meeting for a dose of rate relief

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Affordability-first search: Why patent revival puts real estate at a crossroads

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The real estate industry is at an inflection point. Affordability has become the single most pressing issue for consumers, regulators, and professionals alike. For decades, buyers searched by list...

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Borrowers appeal loss in Mr. Cooper servicing fee fight

By: ameer@trustedteam.com

A federal judge last month disagreed with the servicer’s customers that a $25 expedited payoff-quote statement fee violated consumer debt laws.

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Why FHFA is exiting network for ‘greening’ financial system

By: ameer@trustedteam.com

The move follows banking regulators’ departure from the Network of Central Banks and Supervisors for Greening the Financial System earlier this year.

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Summer clocks in strongest buyer’s market in years

By: ameer@trustedteam.com

There were 35.2% more sellers than buyers in the market last month. June and July were the only routine months since at least 2013 with a greater percentage.

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Rate gets mortgage benefit of Compass-Anywhere deal

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In the mortgage business, Rate has the biggest upside in the Compass-Anywhere M&A as it has joint ventures with both Guaranteed Rate Affinity and Originpoint.

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Man behind Opendoor meme rally sparks 176% surge in Better

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Shares of the online mortgage company known as Better rose, triggering multiple halts for volatility. They’ve gained more than 450% so far this year.

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FHA Looks to Reverse Regulations, Spurring Affordability

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FHA’s Matt Jones said the mortgage insurer plans to take a “hard look” at energy conservation code requirements.

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