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Rate-And-Term Refinance Locks Surge 700% Over Previous Year

Optimal Blue's September 2024 Market Advantage mortgage data report cited the FOMC rate cut as the main trigger for activity

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Are LOs Talking Climate Change With Borrowers Yet?

One-third of U.S. adults ages 18-35 say the impact of Hurricane Helene has made them reconsider where to move next.

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Consumer Optimism Surges Due To September's Rate Cut

Fannie Mae's latest HPSI reveals 42% of consumers expect the rate cuts to continue

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ICE Mortgage Monitor Observes Ballooning Mortgage Payments

The average monthly payment among active mortgages hit a record $2,070 in August, up $140 from last year

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Mortgage Industry Despairs Over Positive Jobs Report

Leading to 'crushed' expectations of another significant rate cut

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Recruiting By The Numbers

From top-tier talent to recruitment success, master the metrics that matter

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Recruiting By The Numbers
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Buying Power Improves As Rates Descend, Realtor.com Reports

Recent rate improvements have boosted home shoppers' buying power by more than $74,000.

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Mortgage Rate Locks Buoyed By Refis

MCT reports 3.17% increase in September

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September Saw Flat Pending Home Sale Activity, Easing Mortgage Lock-In Effect

Both Redfin and Realtor.com's September 2024 reports highlight the impact of falling mortgage rates on buyer demand and seller activity

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Home Price Growth Stagnant In August

CoreLogic HPI reflects lowest growth rate in over a year

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