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Many lenders think home loans are off-limits for undocumented immigrants because they lack Social Security numbers, but higher-cost loans using borrowers' individual taxpayer identification numbers are available and being made by a handful of firms.

Among the most intriguing aspects of DocMagic's $1.2 million acquisition of eSignSystems is the relationships DocMagic now has with vendors that private label eSignSystems technology, many of whom compete with its own document preparation software.

People's United Financial in Bridgeport, Conn., said solid growth in commercial and mortgage loans drove third-quarter net income up 5% to $61.6 million, or 21 cents per share.

Las Vegas is not only about buffets, but it's still known more for the variety of food it lays out than a particular dish.

Attendees who get to the Mortgage Bankers Association's annual conference in Vegas a little early can take a day trip to view of some amazing natural (and man-made) landmarks.

The second-quarter volume of commercial and multifamily mortgage debt outstanding increased $24.9 billion, or 1%, from the previous quarter, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association, as some of the top investors increase their holdings.

The Obama administration is pushing to ease access to mortgage credit, particularly for first-time homebuyers, but it doesn't appear likely it will employ one of its most readily-available tools.

The lackluster earnings season for regional banks continued. Executives at Fifth Third and BB&T shared concerns about margin shrinkage and other forces beyond their control, and they provided contrasts in expense control and management of interest rate uncertainty.

There has been a major shift from last summer when investor interest was so high it was outpacing inventory and blocking out other buyers.

Mortgage professionals need to get enough business done to justify a trip to the Mortgage Bankers Association's annual convention. Here's how to make sure that happens.