Loan Officer Leslie Key Discusses Working in the Mortgage Industry

Loan Officer Leslie Key Discusses Working in the Mortgage Industry

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) – In our Women in Business series for Women’s History Month, Loan Officer Leslie Key shared her story of working in the mortgage industry. She is with Union Home Mortgage. Key says she loves helping people get into their new home or buy investment properties. Key also shared advice for other women … اقرأ المزيد

What CFPB servicer complaints are signaling to mortgage brokers right now

What CFPB servicer complaints are signaling to mortgage brokers right now

Both of these complaint types put mortgage servicers in the crosshairs, but there are important takeaways mortgage brokers can use on the front end of the process. One executive said servicing switching hands, combined with increased delinquencies, has likely led to an increase in complaints. Mirza Hodzic (pictured top), managing director and founder of BlackWolf, … اقرأ المزيد

Mortgage rates hit 6% as Iran war spooks bond market traders

Mortgage rates hit 6% as Iran war spooks bond market traders

US mortgage rates didn’t stay below 6% for long. The average 30-year fixed mortgage was 6% for the week ending March 5, according to Freddie Mac – after war with Iran rattles financial markets. The yield on the 10-year Treasury, which mortgage rates closely follow, has climbed since President Donald Trump and Israel launched military … اقرأ المزيد

Mortgage rates climb to highest level in more than 3 months as Iran war reignites inflation fears

Mortgage rates climb to highest level in more than 3 months as Iran war reignites inflation fears

The war in Iran is driving up the cost of buying a home in America. The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate rose to 6.22% this week, up from 6.11% the week before. It’s the highest level since early December, reflecting the inflation fears rippling through markets. Less than a month ago, rates had fallen below … اقرأ المزيد