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Volume 23 Issue 174

Friday, September 06, 2024

To the Point With Bob–Amid Grand Visions, MBA is Tackling Housing Shortage One Program at a Time

The lack of affordable housing is a big issue this election year, writes MBA President and CEO Bob Broeksmit, CMB.

Fannie Mae Panel Predicts Home Price Growth Will Decelerate in 2024, 2025

A panel of housing experts forecasts annual national home price growth of 4.7% in 2024 and 3.1% in 2025, according to the third-quarter Fannie Mae Home Price Expectations Survey.

MCT: 3.33% Increase in August Rate Lock Volume

Mortgage Capital Trading, San Diego, reported an increase of 3.33% in mortgage lock volume from July to August in its MCT September Indices Report.

MBA VIDEOS

mPower Moments: On Finding Your Passion with HUD’s Julienne Joseph

mPower Moments: On Finding Your Passion with HUD’s Julienne Joseph

MBA Research Minute

MBA Research Minute

Industry Leaders on Why You Should Attend MBA's IMB Conference

Industry Leaders on Why You Should Attend MBA's IMB Conference

MBA Eye on Washington

MBA Eye on Washington

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TOP NATIONAL NEWS

U.S. Housing Supply Rises to the Highest Level in Four Years
Interest Rates Have Dropped, but Homeowners Are Not Moving
50 Top Mortgage Originators According to HMDA Data
Depending on the Source, Mortgage Rates Flat or Down
U.S. Firms See Weaker Employment Growth as Economy Slows, Fed Survey Shows
Flooding Is Getting Worse—and Fewer Homeowners Have Insurance
Where Are New York City Buyers Coming From?

MBA NEWS

Sept. 11–Uncovering Insurance Servicing Risks: Safeguarding Your Operations
MAA Quarterly Webinar: 2024 Elections Preview on Sept. 17

Quote: Sept. 6, 2024

"As policymakers and elected officials consider options, MBA is leaving no stone unturned to maximize the potential of existing programs that can help narrow the gap between supply and demand." --MBA President & CEO Bob Broeksmit, CMB

MBA’s David Upbin Breaks Down Changes to Education Advantage for Commercial Members

MBA NewsLink talked to David Upbin, Mortgage Bankers Association Vice President, Education and Strategy, about the changes to MBA’s Education Advantage for commercial members, and how companies can benefit from the offerings.

September 05, 2024

Preparing for the Proposed Regulation X Rule to Streamline Loss Mitigation: Vicki Vidal from ICE Mortgage Technology

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Adding to the significant changes in loss mitigation products and policies this year, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has published a proposed rule that revamps the current loss mitigation rules.

September 05, 2024

People in the News, Sept. 6, 2024

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Industry personnel news from Title Clearing & Escrow, CMG Home Loans and Merchants Bank.

September 05, 2024

Brianna Coleman From Navy Federal Credit Union: An MBA Education Path to Diversity Scholar Profile

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One in a continuing series of profiles of participants in the MBA Education Path to Diversity (P2D) Scholarship Program, which enables employees from diverse backgrounds to advance their professional growth and career development.

September 05, 2024

Harnessing the Full Potential of the Mortgage Capital Markets–Brett Benson From Rocktop

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Imagine a day when the mortgage and other fixed-income markets operate like transparent and seamless exchanges. That’s the vision of Brett Benson, Co-President and Chief Investment Officer of Rocktop.

September 05, 2024

Certified Mortgage Compliance Professional (CMCP) Designation

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MBA offers the only certification and designation program geared exclusively toward compliance professionals in the mortgage finance industry, the Certified Mortgage Compliance Professional (CMCP) Certification and Designation program.

September 05, 2024

ICE Mortgage Monitor: August Most Affordable Month Since February

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Intercontinental Exchange, Atlanta, released its mortgage monitor for September, finding that declining mortgage rates have brought home affordability to its best level in six months in August and boosted refinance incentives for many.

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