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An upcoming webinar presented by Five Star’s FORCE group will explore a number of horror stories told by experienced REO agents, and the lessons learned from these perilous tales.

The current housing market is similar to the market of the 1980s. History doesn’t repeat itself, but it often rhymes, says First American Chief Economist Mark Fleming.

Customers will be delighted to know that the CFPB has their back and is helping large banks stop charging junk fees for basic customer service.

The share of renters who are cost-burdened has risen to the highest level since 2012, according to a new survey from Apartment List. Here’s how many households were rent burdened in America in 2022 per U.S. Census data.

Attorney Kathleen Achille examines a recent Florida Circuit Court case where the lender was allowed to proceed with its foreclosure case in a state trial court, even with the borrowers’ notice of removal to federal court.

It’s no secret that would-be homeowners have been struggling against headwinds of home prices and inflation, but just how much does a typical person need to make to afford a home right now? A new report shines a spotlight on the modern homebuyer’s struggle.

While annual single-family rent growth slowed in August, marking the 16th consecutive month of declines, a new report from CoreLogic revealed that rents have increased by 30% nationwide since February 2020. Click through to see how the numbers break down.

"Forbearance was an invaluable tool for borrowers experiencing financial hardship due to the COVID-19 pandemic," said FHFA Director Sandra L. Thompson. Here’s what the announced change means for the industry.

MBA forecasts that unemployment increases, a rise in property taxes, the resumption of student debt payments, and the potential for natural disasters will impact loan performance in the future months. Here’s what September’s forbearance data reveals.

In line with Hispanic Heritage Month, the Department of Housing and Urban Development has launched a new task force dedicated to empowering the Hispanic community and bridging disparities in housing, procurement, and housing practices.