Technology

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Loan production expenses, which include commissions and compensation, increased to $5,163 in 3Q from $5,128 in the second quarter.

The privately held Provident Funding Associates also ranks ninth among all residential originators and is poised to become the largest wholesaler once Wells Fargo exits the space.

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DocMagic Inc. promoted Steve Ribultan to director of business development.

There’s a new trend among technology vendors that mortgage lenders would be smart to get a handle on.

The Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. is maintaining significant funds for a still high number of troubled institutions and resources to implement the Dodd-Frank Act.

New loan applications increased by just over 6% for the week ending Dec. 7 with refinancings topping 84% of all new business, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association.

The Dec. 18 online and live auction features six properties that offer central locations, easy access to major interstate and mass transit as well as great visibility for potential buyers.

Keefe, Bruyette & Woods expects the Home Affordable Refinance Program will continue boosting gain-on-sale margins for mortgage bankers.