With all the talk about a hot housing market and changes on the horizon thanks to increasing mortgage rates, it can be hard to forget that these market-wide changes have a real effect on real people, especially those dealing with
What is a Rain Garden and Should You Plant One in Your Yard?
Rain gardens are designed to collect stormwater runoff from impervious surfaces, such as roofs, streets, driveways, patios, parking lots, or waterlogged yards. The runoff is then allowed to seep back into the ground slowly, preventing it from reaching local waterways.
KBRA affiliate acquires digital news service DLD
KBRA Analytics, an affiliate of Kroll Bond Rating Agency (KBRA), has acquired digital-information service Direct Lending Deals, which offers investors and loan originators coverage of deal data, news and analysis in the direct-lending sector. The acquisition will allow KBRA Analytics to offer its
Dallas Housing Market 2022: Prices, Trends & Forecast
Is the Dallas Housing Market Slowing Down? The Dallas housing market is doing great after recovering from the blows of the pandemic since July of the pandemic year (two years ago). Demand for single-family homes has risen and supply has
The 6 Fastest-Growing Cities in South Carolina
From its rich history to its pristine beaches, South Carolina has it all. Known as “The Palmetto State,” you’ll be sure to find a number of distinct cities with their own unique personalities. It’s no surprise that more than 5
Montana Housing Market Forecast 2022 & 2023
The Montana housing market remains strong in 2022, thanks to a combination of high demand, limited supply, and continuously rising house prices. In June 2022, the typical home in the state of Montana was valued at $448,875. That’s a 25.6% increase
HousingWire September Demo Day: BeSmartee
Mortgage POS BeSmartee’s Mortgage Point-of-Sale (POS) platform is a configurable, white labeled solution that streamlines the origination process, including application, credit, PPE, AUS disclosures and appraisal collection and fulfillment. Product Fast Facts #1 Go from application to appraisal in 15
Small Apartment Balcony Ideas: 10 Tips for These Tiny Spaces
For many people, outdoor space doubles as a storage area or somewhere to put trash before taking it out. However, your small apartment balcony can be much more. No matter the style or size, you can make it an outdoor
10 Cities Near Dallas to Buy or Rent in this Year
Dallas, TX, is the cultural and economic center of the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. You’ll find this modern, cosmopolitan city is a major center for the arts, technology, and business. Dallas is also home to some of the tallest skyscrapers in
11 Cities Near Tampa to Buy or Rent in this Year
Located along Florida’s Gulf Coast, Tampa is a great place to live, from the amazing weather to the friendly people. With beaches galore, new restaurants to try, and professional sports teams like the Tampa Bay Rays and the Tampa Bay
4 Cities Near Nashville to Buy or Rent in this Year
If you’re looking for a city with a rich history and a lot of character, Nashville, TN, may be the place for you. As the capital of country music, Nashville is home to United Records Pressing, the largest vinyl record
What is Boston Known For? 12 Things That Will Make You Fall in Love With the City
If you’re considering moving to Boston, you might be familiar with the city for its famous baked beans, The Boston Marathon, and Fenway Park. But these are just a few aspects that make Boston so unique. So what else is
The Ultimate Room-by-Room Apartment Cleaning Checklist
Cleaning an apartment can seem daunting, whether your doing it alone or with roommates. Where do you even start? What cleaning items do you need? How do you clean the bathtub or the kitchen sink? No need to fret. We’re
Hidden Gems in Charleston: Diving into South Carolina’s Largest City
The largest city in South Carolina, Charleston, also referred to as “The Holy City,” is well known for its cobblestone streets, historic charm, and waterfront views. With so many activities to do in and around the city, you may be
8 Cities Near Boston to Buy or Rent in this Year
No matter what you’re looking for, you’re sure to find it in Boston, MA. Rich historical neighborhoods? Check. Iconic foods? Check. Renowned museums and universities? Check. Waterfront views? Check. Whether you’re a native Bostonian or new to the city, there’s
8 Cities Near Atlanta to Buy or Rent in this Year
The “Big Peach,” Atlanta, GA, is widely known for its vibrant music scene, Southern cuisine, Coca-Cola, and of course, peaches. Home to top colleges like Georgia Institute of Technology and Spelman College, and iconic sports teams like the Atlanta Falcons,
5 Cities Near Charlotte to Buy or Rent in this Year
The “Queen City,” Charlotte, NC, is the largest city in the state. Home to a number of major corporations, sports teams, cultural attractions, warm summers, and mild winters, there’s no shortage of reasons Charlotte is an awesome city. Certainly, Charlotte
Reevaluating your origination tools? Here’s where to start
With the recent downturn in volume of new originations, many lenders are using this time to take inventory of the available tools geared toward risk mitigation and workflow optimization. There is also a renewed interest in the future state of
Angel Hernandez to speak at HW Annual Oct. 4
What’s unique about President Biden’s housing administration compared to past administrations? From regulations and enforcement to innovation in policies and technology, there’s a lot to talk through when it comes to addressing this question, which is why we’re stoked for
Mountain West Financial steps back from wholesale lending
Add mortgage lender Mountain West Financial to the list of victims of the price war in the wholesale channel. The Redlands, California-based company informed its broker network last week that it has “made the difficult decision to take a step back
FormFree and Docutech team up with integration
Mortgage tech firms FormFree and Docutech are teaming up to make verification of assets (VOA) and verification of income and employment (VOI/E) available in the initial disclosure phase of the mortgage process. FormFree’s AccountChek, a service that allows lenders to
Two new MSR offerings hit the market
The Prestwick Mortgage Group, an Alexandria, Virginia-based advisory and brokerage firm, has unveiled a mortgage-servicing rights (MSR) offering for a $598 million package of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac loans. Prestwick’s offering comes on the heels of a separate bulk offering announced recently by New
Lock in your exclusive room rate for HW Annual by Sept. 5
There’s only one month left until HW Annual kicks off on Oct. 3rd. As the conference quickly approaches, so does the deadline to lock in the exclusive room rate for the Fairmont Princess Resort in Scottsdale, Arizona. Take advantage of
Housing Market Predictions 2022: News | Forecast | Trends
Home prices have continued to rise despite rising mortgage rates and housing supply. The figures reflect a robust, expensive housing market. In this blog, we provide housing market predictions for 2022 and 2023. Additionally, we’ll provide an answer to a