Mohamed El-Erian: U.S. Economy in Better Shape Than Expected

DENVER–Renowned economist Mohamed El-Erian gave his thoughts on the global economic outlook during the Mortgage Bankers Association’s Annual Convention & Expo Oct. 28, noting that the U.S. economy is in a better place than anticipated, especially given recession predictions over the past few years.

Laura Escobar, Christine Chandler, Owen Lee Sworn In

DENVER–Laura Escobar, President of Lennar Mortgage, was sworn in Sunday as Chair of the Mortgage Bankers Association during MBA’s Annual Convention & Expo. M&T Realty Capital Corporation’s Christine Chandler and Success Mortgage Partners’ Owen Lee were sworn in as Chair-Elect and Vice Chair, respectively.

MBA Opens Doors Foundation Receives Over $240,000 from Lennar Mortgage, CMG Financial Fundraising Campaigns 

The MBA Opens Doors Foundation announced that it has received a total of $240,957 from Lennar Mortgage’s 11th Annual Derby, and CMG Financials’ ‘Give Back Competition’ fundraising campaign. The funds will allow Opens Doors to further deliver on its mission of providing mortgage and rental assistance to families with critically ill or injured children, allowing parents and guardians to be by a child’s side during treatment without fear of losing their home.