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‘Hidden’ Costs Sink Too Many Ships

First-time homebuyers have to leave renters’ mentality behind when it comes to costs

Opinion
Hidden Costs Sink Ships
NMP
Preparing For A Panel

A panelist differs from being a solo speaker — prepare accordingly

Career
Preparing for a panel
NMP
Determining The Quality Of Rookies

Simple use of due diligence increases chances of success

Opinion
Quality Rookies
NMP
Mortgage Malaise: CFPB Report Reveals Steep Originations Drop, Rising Borrower Costs

Increased fees, soaring monthly payments, and growing approval disparities unsettle the housing market; CFPB eyes regulatory tweaks.

Analysis and Data
Regulation and Compliance
Mr. Cooper Pursues ACI Payments For $2.3 Billion Servicing Snafu

Mortgage servicer takes legal action following massive borrower impact; CFPB previously fined ACI $25 million for related charges.

Courts
Mortgage Applications Tumble Amid Sky-High Rates

With mortgage rates hitting a 20-year peak, a 1.3% dip in applications reflects the strain on homebuyers and limited motivation for refinancing.

Analysis and Data
Dovenmuehle Appoints New CIO

Robert Howerton will oversee the company’s IT infrastructure.

People On The Move
New Home Sales Dip In August

Builders offer increased incentives to attract buyers; First-time homeowners gravitate toward new builds as inventory constraints persist.

Analysis and Data
Home Prices Reach New Highs In July 2023

Chicago, Cleveland, and New York drive robust growth; S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller Indices and the FHFA report a consistent positive trajectory despite regional disparities.

Analysis and Data
New Construction, High Prices Drive Home Values To Peak

Nearing $52 trillion, the U.S. housing market has rebounded since 2022 downturn.

Analysis and Data
Construction