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Opinion: Agencies are key to fixing housing affordability

Housing Wire

This is significant, because as noted in CHLA’s Annual IMB Report , “84% of FHA loans were for first-time homebuyers, and FHA’s share of Black and Hispanic borrowers was twice the percentage of all other mortgage loans.” But now a new threat is emerging on this front.

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Three yards and a cloud of dust

Housing Wire

This is significant, because as noted in CHLA’s annual IMB Report , “84% of FHA loans were for first-time homebuyers, and FHA’s share of Black and Hispanic borrowers was twice the percentage of all other mortgage loans.” But now a new threat is emerging on this front.

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Real estate coach Skye Michiels on why sell-side commissions might rise and new models could emerge

Housing Wire

Let’s talk about the brokerage aspect. What brokerage wants that publicity? Kleimann: One theory I’ve heard is that we’re going to return to a version of subagency for some buyers, especially in the lower price brackets, where maybe the buyer got an FHA loan and had to get a down payment assistance package.

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‘Find buyers before agents!’ Mortgage industry reacts to the NAR settlement

Housing Wire

Getting referrals and cozying up to the sell side Mike Kortas, CEO at NEXA Mortgage , sent a clear message to the over 2,300 mortgage LOs at his mortgage brokerage: “Keep your eyes open, keep your ears open, listen for opportunities that are going to present themselves, and be ready to assist more buyers.

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DataDigest: 281 Realtors sound off on future of commissions in HousingWire survey

Housing Wire

Ask the average real estate agent or broker in America if they believe the National Association of Realtors (NAR) and brokerages are likely to win the bombshell Sitzer/Burnett commission lawsuit case on appeal. If a Realtor represents a customer, they should not be incentivized to get the buyer a worse deal.”

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Mortgage Rates 2024: Can Assumable Mortgages Get You a Lower Rate?

Marco Santarelli

FHA Loans: These are government-backed mortgages insured by the Federal Housing Administration. FHA loans are a great option for first-time homebuyers or those with a lower credit score. The good news is that FHA loans are typically assumable. USDA loans are designed to help finance homes in rural areas.

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How Much Are Closing Costs in Michigan?

HomeLight

If the total amount of your closing costs plus your down payment is financially overwhelming, sometimes lenders will allow you to add the closing costs into the total amount of your loan, thus reducing the amount of cash needed at closing. For example, a discount brokerage may save the seller 0.5%-1% 1% of the listing commission.