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A slight drop in mortgage rates may be a sign of market normalization, but lingering economic instability and inflationary issues remain hurdles that prospective buyers are still unable to overcome. h

Consistently rising mortgage rates are forcing many refi borrowers to reconsider, as refinance activity is down 66% year-over-year according to the @MBAMortgage. https://t.co/mP9L6ofWaG

U.S. Senate confirms Sandra L. Thompson as @FHFA Director to formally lead supervision, regulation, and oversight of the GSEs and the Federal Home Loan Bank System. https://t.co/5J2UmNI2JC

The price of new home sales experienced a near 17% decline in April, hitting its lowest level in two years. https://t.co/CJrjO45WhF

As Ukranian heroes continue to fight for their land, Abby Waltz of Homes for Heroes discusses how many of our own nation’s heroes are battling affordability issues to get into the home of their dreams

After serving as Chief Risk Officer, 40-year industry vet Gary McKiddy transitions to CFO role to manage financial operations and strategy for full-service mortgage lender Mid America Mortgage. https:

A rise in mortgage rates over the 5% mark, and an increase in prices has impacted April buyer activity according to @nardotrealtor, as buyers wait for the market to show signs of stability. https://t.

Williston Financial Group's Patrick Stone and Dr. Bill Conerly share their insights and forecast for the mortgage market for the remainder of 2022 during an upcoming webinar. https://t.co/OM4d6SEQ83

After weeks of rising mortgage rates, @FreddieMac reports continued economic unpredictability has driven rates down slightly this week, as homebuilder sentiment hit its lowest level in 24 months. http

Phil King of @svclnk explains how the pandemic accelerated tech advancements in the appraisal space, as today’s appraiser joins the AI and machine learning revolution. https://t.co/qlpPorWG63

The rise in mortgage rates and inflationary concerns are impacting new residential construction, as borrower costs continue to force many prospective buyers to the sidelines. https://t.co/6j8p39rRhY

New Jersey-based lender AFR taps 15-plus year industry vet Chris Guerin for new leadership role expanding the company’s origination division and overall business development. https://t.co/GESYQ9jPnd

Diverse workplaces have been proven to be happier and more productive environments, but Victoria Garcia DeLuca of Guild Mortgage explains how building a diverse workplace doesn’t end at the hiring pro

Greg Austin of @CarringtonMS discusses the flexibility found in non-QM loans for the self-employed, investors, and more. https://t.co/Ep0rpvRczp

After approving recent actions to slow inflationary concerns, Jerome Powell has been approved by a Senate vote to begin his second term as Fed Reserve Chair. https://t.co/n3nkGCUOOf

Laura Brandao, former head of AFR joins Atlanta-based lender EPM as a shareholder and part of the executive team, responsible for fostering growth of the company. https://t.co/lMDRyoBBti

Sara Knochel of Candor Technology explains how a strong technology partner can help make or break a lender’s future in the mortgage industry. https://t.co/O3AUflYNmx

Private mortgage insurance provider @MGIC names Christina Ficks VP, Customer Experience and Erik Leaver VP of Mortgage Modeling Analytics to help meet the evolving digital needs of consumers. https://

Behavioral analytics are the key to a customer-first home lending strategy, and Rajesh Bhat of @roostify explains how to tip the scales of success in your favor. https://t.co/yrUA3UyyYI