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AI agent aims to reshape how builders screen sites, spot deal risk
An AI agent is being developed to help builders screen sites and identify deal risk faster. For mortgage professionals, that could speed project due diligence and improve confidence in construction and development lending decisions.
Rents slide lower amid mixed multifamily outlooks
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Despite higher upfront costs, new homes save money over time: Realtor.com
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BBYS, Anti-Fraud, Subservicing Products; Primer Hedging Information for MLOs; Cap. Markets Deep Dive
Markets were mostly quiet, with mortgage rates edging slightly lower to 6.57% on the 30-year fixed. Mortgage pros should expect little near-term relief, so efficiency, fraud controls, and hedging tools matter more.
Higher Rates Hit Mortgage Apps, But Only Modestly
Mortgage applications dipped only modestly as rates rose, showing demand is still holding up. For mortgage professionals, that means higher rates are pressuring volume, but not yet causing a sharp drop in borrower activity.
Transfer taxes still play major role in state closing cost rankings
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May 9: What LOs should know about DPA; hedging in this market; Louisiana’s coast; Saturday Spotlight: Fairway Home Mortgage
The article’s key point is that DPA remains a major topic for LOs because it can expand homeownership access and loan volume. For mortgage pros, understanding these programs and how to use them is critical to staying competitive in a tougher market.
IMBs extend profit streak in first quarter despite cost pressures, falling production
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Mortgage delinquencies continue steady rise in first quarter
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Mortgage lock volumes tumble in April, purchases salvage annual gains
MCT says April mortgage lock volumes fell 12.57% as war-driven uncertainty and higher rates crushed refinance demand. For mortgage pros, purchases barely held up, but volume remains under pressure and refi business is weak.
Huntington & Ellis rolls out Smart by h&e to support agents in deals
Huntington & Ellis launched Smart by h&e to help agents manage deals more efficiently. For mortgage professionals, the tool could streamline transaction coordination and improve deal flow.
Mortgage Strategy’s Top 10 Stories: 11 May to 15 May
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May 4: Employment and transitions; Compliance, surveys, eGuides and webinars; Spector Q&A
Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac reported $3.7 billion and $3.6 billion of net income, while borrowers now have unprecedented access to housing data. Mortgage lenders must compete on operational discipline, trust, and retention, not wait for rate-driven refinance volume.
May 15: LO jobs; HELOC, DPA, U/W fees waived products; Delinquencies edge higher; Conv. conforming changes; inflation = higher rates
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Average mortgage rates fall despite Labour leader turmoil: Moneyfacts
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Hedging and Secondary, Verification, AI, Reverse, Ops Tools; Earnings; Market Muddle
Mortgage rates and MBS were mostly flat, signaling a quiet, range-bound market. For mortgage pros, that means little near-term rate relief and a need to stay focused on execution and pipeline hedging.
Fannie, Freddie's latest bull says traders underpricing IPO odds
Mizuho's Dan Dolev says traders are underpricing a 2028 IPO for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, assigning 30% and 20% odds, respectively. For mortgage professionals, a public-market exit could shift GSE pricing, capital access and secondary-market strategy.
Tech Watch: Keeping pace when products move fast
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eXp expands platform with acquisition of NextHome
eXp World Holdings acquired NextHome, adding 500+ franchises to its platform. For mortgage pros, this signals a larger, multi-model network that could broaden referral and partnership opportunities.
Nine out of 10 homebuyers want solar panels and EV charging
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Industry trio urge colleagues to join ED&I conversation
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Does eXp’s NextHome deal signal a new brokerage trend?
eXp’s deal with NextHome may signal more brokerage consolidation as firms seek scale and stronger market reach. For mortgage professionals, this could mean working with larger, more centralized partner networks and changing referral dynamics.
Glenhawk announces upgrades to AVMs criteria
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The Right Mortgage & Protection Network signs up TAB
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