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Montana’s reverse mortgage program could provide room for industry collaboration
Montana’s unique Reverse Annuity Mortgage (RAM) program is a state-sponsored reverse mortgage, with lower interest rates and yields, along with…
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Rate’s reverse mortgage leader talks growth through forward posture
Ryan Ogata has been leading the reverse mortgage division at Rate — recently rebranded from Guaranteed Rate — for roughly…
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Why Montana is promoting its state-run reverse mortgage program more heavily
The state of Montana has been more heavily promoting its state-based Reverse Annuity Mortgage (RAM) program for seniors. Unused funds…
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The reverse mortgage rate month: August 2024
As discussed in previous reverse mortgage rate updates, the federally insured Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM) is the dominant reverse…
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Lower mortgage rates slow inventory growth
Have lower mortgage rates already started slowing the housing supply? I have a simple weekly growth model with the Alts…
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Mortgage rates are still a concern, but LOs are gearing up for the busy days ahead
The recent declines in mortgage rates have been good news for mortgage professionals and consumers alike. But the industry isn’t…
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Has the lower mortgage interest rate already stimulated the demand for housing?
Has the lower mortgage interest rate already had a positive impact on housing demand figures? Some people are very disappointed…
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Why a Reverse Mortgage Might Be Viable in a ‘Gray Divorce’ Situation
“Gray divorce” – referring to the decision of a couple over the age of 50 to separate – is a…
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Reverse mortgage volume increased in July, while securitizations declined
According to data from industry analysts, the reverse mortgage industry’s key performance indicators broke down in July. Letters of support…
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Could mortgage interest rates be even lower?
Mortgage rates have fallen dramatically over the past week without any rate cuts from the Federal Reserve, mainly as the…
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