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Christine Stuart

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Christine Stuart is the news director at NMP.

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Builder Confidence Climbs

NAHB/Wells Fargo Index reaches a new high since August 2023, as industry experts anticipate a modest housing recovery and builders adjust strategies in a volatile market.

Feb 15, 2024
GSEs Report Strong Earnings

Robust performance marks growth for both Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, despite a dip in home purchases.

Feb 15, 2024
Better.com Opens To VA Loans

The all-digital lender turns its attention to service members and veterans.

Feb 15, 2024
Friendly Competition Joins Forces

The merger aims to enhance local fulfillment and sales support, marking Guild’s sixth acquisition since 2021 and expanding its licensed originators to over 2,100 amidst a challenging market.

Feb 14, 2024
Leap Year Savings

A&D Mortgage capitalizes on the extra day.

Feb 14, 2024
Logan Finance Welcomes Chief of Staff

Logan Finance hires Ryan Rathert.

Feb 14, 2024
Investors Gravitate Toward Lower Priced Housing

Redfin found in the fourth quarter that investors were busy scooping up low-cost housing.

Feb 14, 2024
Mortgage Applications Dip as Rates Climb

A 2.3% fall in mortgage applications signals ongoing affordability challenges, with rising interest rates dampening both refinance and purchase demand.

Feb 14, 2024
Guild Mortgage Announces Acquisition Of Competitor Academy Mortgage, Bolsters National Presence

The strategic move will see Guild Mortgage enhance its market share and become the 8th largest non-bank retail lender in the U.S., welcoming over 600 loan officers from Academy.

Feb 13, 2024
Foreclosure Filings On The Rise As Economic Pressures Mount

ATTOM reports that foreclosure filings were up in January 2024.

Feb 13, 2024