RES.NET, a technology platform allowing mortgage banking companies, vendors, consumers, and other parties to communicate around a transaction, recently launched a component of its server suite--PropertyCure Data Portal.
Read More »AllyConnect Offers Free Compliance Documentation Management
AllyConnect, a vendor and compliance management technology solution for the Property Preservation and REO space, recently announced it is offering free compliance document management and annual updating automation tools for all registered users of the service.
Read More »Ginnie Mae Responds to Senator Warren on VA Lenders
Thursday, in a letter to Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-MA), Ginnie Mae explained how it is curbing VA refinance speeds and aggressive marketing by some VA approved lenders.
Read More »NAR: Don’t Harm Homeownership Common Interests
Some critics believe the mortgage interest deduction only benefits the wealthy, but according to Iona Harrison, Chair of the National Association of Realtors’ Federal Taxation Committee, the numbers tell a different story. Take a look at what Harrison had to say to the Senate Finance Committee during a hearing entitled ““Individual Housing Reform.”
Read More »Optimizing Returns on Assets
Following a steady market recovery since 2009, home auctions are gaining traction. Servicers now face the challenge of effectively selling assets while also optimizing returns. For nearly a decade, Hubzu® has helped banks and servicers accelerate disposition timelines and reduce holding costs.
Read More »A New Beginning for FHA With Brian Montgomery at the Helm
It’s been rumored since May that Federal Housing Administration veteran Brian Montgomery could possibly be returning to his post under the Trump administration. Now the speculations have been confirmed after President Trump announced his intent to nominate.
Read More »Bringing Fintech to the Forefront
The U.S. Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs held a hearing entitled “Evaluating the Fintech Landscape” Tuesday where witnesses examined one of the fastest growing industries in the U.S.
Read More »Risk Change Since Dodd-Frank
A recent article took a deeper look at the change in risk in trading operation since the implementation of Dodd-Frank. See how numbers compare to 2009.
Read More »Index Reveals a Rise In Foreclosure Activity
A recent report tracked bankruptcy, foreclosure, consumer confidence, and other data finding that foreclosures are increasing—and bankruptcies could be close behind.
Read More »Readjusting After the Storms: Fed Rates
In their most recent projections, The Fed indicated one more rate hike in 2017. However, the implications of Hurricane Harvey and Irma hitting the U.S. coast could mean a holding back through the end of the year.
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