Originations

The system is being rolled out to Motto Mortgage franchisees first and then to the broader mortgage broker market in January.

Inflation, supply chain issues and labor shortages will lead to a tightening by the Fed sooner rather than later.

Earnings are up from the second quarter, but originations slip at Wells Fargo and Citi.

The government-sponsored enterprise is instituting this stopgap measure as it examines how it can mitigate the growing risk of disrepair in aging condos.

The increase stops just short of restoring what was effectively a cut to the annual limit for 2021 under the Trump administration.

Increased purchase activity countered a slowdown in refinance applications, which were impacted by rising rates.

StoicLane, Oaktree Capital Management, MFA Financial, family offices and individual strategic investors participated in the funding round.

Home buyers on the coasts paid the highest amount in fees, led by D.C. residents.

The higher dollar amounts could be a way for companies to drive volume at a time when rates are increasing.

The real estate franchisor will retain its full ownership in the title agency, escrow and settlement services business.