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Having the extra time for implementation has been helpful because mortgage companies were experiencing difficulties meeting the first deadline for the change in procedure, which affects government-insured reverse mortgages.

Mortgage professional hiring and new job appointments for the week ending Feb. 27.

Many sales people use a subpar demonstration, so having one that is sharp looking can make you stand out in the marketplace.

The heightened regulatory environment for servicers has also prompted a wave of process improvements.

Mortgage sales people need to make an honest assessment of why a loan application failed to close.

Analytics provider CoreLogic has designed a suite of new tools aimed at helping loan servicers provide servicemember customers with the benefits they are entitled to.

With the economy recovering, Chris Hurn saw an opportunity to start another company focused on Small Business Administration 504 loans — his longtime specialty — and spread the word to business owners about the benefits of owning their facilities.

Financial services firm Radian Group has hired Clifford Rossi to be its chief economist and senior vice president.

Lenders must carefully ensure that all potential motivations for advice, recommendations, and referrals are provided to borrowers, as the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has positioned itself to utilize Unfair Deceptive or Abusive Acts Practices claims as an enforcement tool.

Mortgage professional hiring and new job appointments for the week ending Feb. 20.