John Sarris of Sourcepoint: Are Lenders Ready for the Great Cost Reset?

A few mortgage executives are embracing a more holistic strategy that goes beyond these all-too-familiar and destructive tactics—cost transformation. But what is it, exactly? More importantly, how can it help lenders operate more efficiently regardless of market shifts?

Mark P. Dangelo: Data Ecosystems and Fabrics are the New ROI—Not Systems

Why does innovation and technology ROIs continue to disappoint? ROI efficacy has become the symptom of the problem as the bullseye of measure is no longer fixed on the application, the cloud solution, or the innovation delivered. The rise of digital ecosystems has permanently altered the ROI discussions and evaluations—and the investment strategies deployed.

David Arnett of Cherry Creek Mortgage: Engaging Millennials and Single Women Despite a Down Market

There’s been a lot of research done on the impact Millennials and single women are having on the housing market. Yet there’s not a lot of solid advice on how to attract and engage these audiences, which is a shame considering how important they are to an originator’s business. But there are effective ways to get your message across if you’re willing to rethink your current marketing strategy.

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“Given FHA’s healthy financial position, MBA continues to believe that HUD should make FHA loans more affordable by reducing mortgage insurance premiums as soon as budgetary opportunities allow. This move would help offset the impact of higher mortgage rates and improve the purchasing power for many prospective first-time homebuyers, minority buyers, and those with low and moderate incomes.”
–MBA President & CEO Robert Broeksmit, CMB.

Retail’s Small-Format Advantage

More retailers are now incorporating small-format stores into their portfolios, reported Placer.ai, Los Altos, Calif.

3Q Fraud Index Shows Increase in Multifamily Risk

CoreLogic, Irvine, Calif., said its National Mortgage Fraud Risk Index showed little change in the third quarter, although it noted a “significant” increase in risk levels for multifamily purchases.