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The Evolution of Digital Originations in Mortgage Lending
Exploring recent trends in digital originations for mortgage lenders, highlighting the role of fintech and AI in reshaping the lending process.

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The Fallacy of 'I Am Different'

Friday, 17 April 2020

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Written by Chris Frankie

Why do sales groups and originators fail? While there are many reasons for poor results, one that I see frequently in my sales consulting practice is the “I am different” rationale for not making necessary changes and adapting to a new environment. Read more...

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'We Buy Ugly Houses' Company Says It’s Still Buying

Thursday, 16 April 2020

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Written by Chris Frankie

HomeVestors of America, the “We Buy Ugly Houses” company, has announced that it’s continuing to purchase homes through virtual consultations. Read more...

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United Shore Vows No Layoffs Despite Downturn

Wednesday, 15 April 2020

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Written by Chris Frankie

United Shore has said there will be no layoffs at the mortgage lender, as many other businesses furlough employees or cut jobs due to the coronavirus pandemic. So reports the Detroit Free Press. Read more...

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PGA’s Rocket Mortgage Classic Braces for 'All Possibilities'

Sunday, 12 April 2020

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Written by Chris Frankie

While the PGA Tour hadn’t canceled Detroit’s Rocket Mortgage Classic as of press time, tournament authorities conceded they are preparing “for any and all scenarios.” So reports Detroit News. Read more...

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You Need a Plan for Time Management and Training

Friday, 10 April 2020

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Written by Chris Frankie

Where will you find the time to add training to your schedule when you are already producing and recruiting, along with a few other side jobs? You must have a plan. Read more...

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Black Knight White Paper Explores Pandemic's Impact on Mortgage Biz

Sunday, 05 April 2020

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Written by Chris Frankie

COVID-19 and the nation’s response to the pandemic are significantly affecting the real estate and mortgage industries. That's one of the key findings of a new white paper released by Black Knight last week. Read more...

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Bodnar of MMG: What to Know About a Miserable Jobs Report

Sunday, 05 April 2020

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Written by Chris Frankie

Bill Bodnar of The Mortgage Market Guide discusses the jobs report and its impact on the stock and bond markets. But, he adds, there are better times ahead. Read more...

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HouseCanary Acquires Real Estate Tech Startup Dropmodel

Thursday, 09 April 2020

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Written by Chris Frankie

Home-valuation company HouseCanary has unveiled its acquisition of real estate technology startup Dropmodel. So reports Crowdfund Insider. Read more...

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Reverse Mortgage Lender Will Pay $2.47M to End Fraud Case

Wednesday, 08 April 2020

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Written by Chris Frankie

Finance of America Reverse has agreed to a $2.47 million settlement over federal allegations that a business it acquired knowingly originated and underwrote loans that broke major rules. So reports Reuters. Read more...

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