Mortgage renewal strategies in today’s high interest rate environment

By: ameer@trustedteam.com

The current interest rate climate for mortgage brokers and their clients is dramatically different compared to just a year ago, requiring a whole new strategy when it comes to...

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Republic First to quit mortgages, scale back lending in NYC

By: ameer@trustedteam.com

Republic First Bancorp announced Friday it would reduce its lending presence in New York City and exit mortgage originations entirely. The moves are aimed at cutting costs and refocusing...

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Exclusive: FHFA interview about LLPA changes

By: ameer@trustedteam.com

In January, the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) made a series of significant changes to loan level pricing adjustment (LLPA) fees charged by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac on...

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Reverse mortgages could help seniors make ends meet, expert says

By: ameer@trustedteam.com

Economic uncertainty is a reality for many Americans today, as the impact from turmoil in the banking system and the likelihood of a recession spreads. And, this uncertainty may...

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FTBs see monthly payments jump 22% to £1,056: Rightmove  

By: ameer@trustedteam.com

First-time buyers are paying almost £200 more a month on their mortgage than a year ago, due to a new record average asking price and higher mortgage rates, data...

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Tennent demand hits all-time high: Paragon  

By: ameer@trustedteam.com

Demand for rented homes has hit an all-time high, according to Paragon Bank.   A survey of nearly 700 landlords found that 67% saw higher tenant demand during the first...

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Broker Focus: Louis Mason, OPortfolio

By: ameer@trustedteam.com

Describe your firm in a few sentences Oportfolio is a mortgage and protection brokerage. We have two senior advisers, three dedicated administrators, a content and communications manager, and a sweet...

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First-time buyers see monthly payments lift 22% to £1,056: Rightmove  

By: ameer@trustedteam.com

First-time buyers are paying almost £200 more a month on their mortgage than a year ago, due to a new record average asking price and higher mortgage rates, data...

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Tenant demand for rented homes hits all-time high: Paragon  

By: ameer@trustedteam.com

Demand for rented homes has hit an all-time high, according to Paragon Bank.   ...

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Weekly rate watch: All fixes see average rates rise

By: ameer@trustedteam.com

The average rate for both two- and three-year fixes grew 2 basis points, to 5.28% and 5.07% this week, Moneyfacts says. Meanwhile, a 3 basis point rise saw the average...

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