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Katie Jensen

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Katie Jensen is a mortgage news reporter at NMP.

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CFPB Announces New Rule To Ease Transition Out Of Forbearance

The CFPB established temporary special safeguards to ensure that borrowers have time before foreclosure to explore other options of repayment, including loan modifications and selling their home.

Market Shows Signs Of Cooling According To Redfin Report

The housing market shows signs of cooling down as mortgage rates continue to tick above 3% for the first time in 10 weeks.

Jun 28, 2021
Price Appreciation Lowers Affordability: Buy While You Can!

Rapid price appreciation for homes is driving declines in affordability, despite increased levels of income and low mortgage rates. 

Jun 28, 2021
New American Funding Offers ReFi Option For Low-Income Borrowers

Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac offer a new refinance option for eligible borrowers with incomes at or below 80% of the area’s median income. 

Jun 28, 2021
Gov. Forbearance Pushes Home Prices To Record Levels

According to the latest Mortgage Monitor Report from Black Knight Inc., dwindling levels of inventory are pushing the prices of homes to unseen levels.

Jun 24, 2021
NAN Incentivizes Appraisers With "Next-Day Pay" Initiative

Nationwide Appraisal Network (NAN) will now wire appraisers their full appraisal fee within 24 hours for work completed on time or early.

Jun 24, 2021
Impact Of Juneteenth Holiday On Residential Mortgage Closings

The CFPB is aware of concerns regarding implementation of the new Juneteenth Federal holiday as it relates to mortgage lender compliance with Truth in Lending Act.

Efficient Mortgage Processing Is Essential During A Market Downturn

While it can be exciting to ride the wave when the industry is thriving, brokers and loan originators need to consider strategies for long-term success.

Jun 24, 2021
More Consumers Are Using Mobile Wallets

The use of mobile wallets has increased nearly 50% throughout the pandemic.

Jun 24, 2021
Biden Appoints Sandra Thompson As Acting Director Of The FHFA

The White House appointed Sandra L. Thompson as acting director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA), effective immediately. Her statement reveals that a permanent director will be confirmed in December.