FICO fires back, calls VantageScore and credit bureaus ‘a de facto monopoly’

By: ameer@trustedteam.com

FICO shifts blame for rising credit score pull costs to Experian, Equifax, and TransUnion

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Logan Finance promotes Dave Weatherford to TPO production executive role

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Weatherford, who joined Logan Finance at the tail end of 2023, is now tasked with supporting cross-channel production initiatives

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Phillip Cantrell’s book offers blueprint for real estate entrepreneurship

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Phillip Cantrell — founder and CEO of Benchmark Realty — says the inspiration for writing the book stemmed from a desire to give back.

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June sees uptick in new-home loan demand

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Despite upticks in new-home mortgage applications and homebuilder sentiment, analysts worry that interest rates will continue to cool the market.

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20 states sue FEMA over cuts to disaster prevention program

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States warn that eliminating the BRIC program could leave rural areas vulnerable to extreme weather.

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Broker says uncertainty and high rates keep buyers and sellers on the sidelines

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How tariffs and tensions are reshaping the housing market for buyers and brokers

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Executive believes it is ‘foolish’ for originators and brokers not to offer second lien products

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Why one executive believes brokers are losing out on deals and losing past customers

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Fixed mortgage rates creep higher as bond yields rise

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Lenders have started raising fixed mortgage rates again, with signs pointing to a short-term upward trend.

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Australia’s unemployment rate increases slightly, strengthening case for August rate cut

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A softer job market may push the RBA to ease rates and offer some breathing room for mortgage holders

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The Rolling Stones, real estate, and reality checks

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In 1969, The Rolling Stones gifted us their 10th studio album, Let It Bleed. Tucked away as the final track, “You Can’t Always Get What You Want” started life...

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