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Mortgage Credit Availability Rises In September, Signaling Loosening Credit Standards

MBA report reveals a slight increase in loan offerings to counter rising mortgage rates, while industry braces for decline in origination volume.

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Access Denied: U.S. Homeowners Struggle To Tap Into Rising Equity

Rising real estate wealth juxtaposed by alarming inaccessibility - exploring the barriers keeping Americans from their home equity treasure trove.

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Mortgage Assistance On The Rise

Family to the rescue in today's housing market hurdles.

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Industry Associations Raise Alarm On Soaring Mortgage Rates To The Federal Reserve

Urgent plea for clarity on rate hikes and MBS sell-offs amidst fears of an economic downturn and housing market instability.

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Fraud Risk Down YOY, But Florida Still In Number Two Spot

CoreLogic's annual report shows 3.1% decrease in Q2 2023.

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Fannie Mae Survey Reveals Record Pessimism In Housing Market

September's HPSI drops to 64.5, with 84% of consumers deeming it an unfavorable time to buy.

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Mortgage Lock Volume Dips 13.29% in September, MCT Reports

High mortgage rates and limited housing supply cited as primary causes; Industry eyes Federal Reserve's upcoming meetings and key economic indicators.

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Mortgage Lenders See AI As Key To Operational Efficiency

Fannie Mae Survey: 73% of lenders now prioritize operational efficiency through AI and ML, marking a significant shift from 42% in 2018.

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Mortgage Economic Review For October 2023

A summary and review of key economic data that affects the mortgage and real estate business.

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U.S. Job Market Booms With 336,000 Positions Added In September

Leisure and hospitality sectors lead the surge, but transportation and warehousing see sluggish growth; economists warn of potential impact on lending activity.

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