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Better introduces VA refi loan with no appraisal or closing costs

Better.com launched a streamlined refinance loan for veterans and active-duty service members, making homeownership more affordable and accessible.
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UWM delivers highest volume in three years amid mini refi boom

UWM Holdings Corp. experienced its biggest production quarter in three years, driven by increasing refi volumes and strategic margin improvements.

Reverse mortgage volume and HMBS issuance improve in April

Refi volume dropped 3.4% due to higher rates, but some top lenders saw gains. RMI President Lunde advocates cautious optimism, citing steady gains and focus on H4P niche.

UWM delivers highest volume in three years amid mini refi boom

UWM Holdings Corp. experienced its biggest production quarter in three years, driven by increasing refi volumes and strategic margin improvements.

Reverse mortgage volume and HMBS issuance improve in April

Refi volume dropped 3.4% due to higher rates, but some top lenders saw gains. RMI President Lunde advocates cautious optimism, citing steady gains and focus on H4P niche.
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Housing relief? Mortgage rates drop to their lowest level in over a year

Mortgage rates decreased, leading to a rise in refinancing, but buying a home remains challenging. Homeowners with low-cost loans are reluctant to move.

Are you prepared to respond as borrower demand shifts?

The Federal Reserve's interest rate cut impacted refinance applications but caused rates to quickly rise again, highlighting market volatility.

Should You Refinance Your Mortgage After the Fed's Interest Rate Cut?

Homeowners should consider refinancing now that mortgage rates have dropped below previous highs, especially in light of potential future Fed actions.

From mortgages to auto loans, experts weigh in on when or if to refinance as interest rates fall

Federal Reserve's interest rate cut influences consumer refinancing decisions.
Most homeowners are locked into lower rates, complicating refinancing considerations.

Mortgage refinance demand is 94% higher than a year ago, as interest rates fall again

Mortgage demand has shifted towards refinancing due to declining interest rates, though purchases remain weak compared to last year.

Weekly Mortgage Rates Tumble; Should You Refinance?

Mortgage rates dropped significantly, prompting a surge in refinancing interest.

Housing relief? Mortgage rates drop to their lowest level in over a year

Mortgage rates decreased, leading to a rise in refinancing, but buying a home remains challenging. Homeowners with low-cost loans are reluctant to move.

Are you prepared to respond as borrower demand shifts?

The Federal Reserve's interest rate cut impacted refinance applications but caused rates to quickly rise again, highlighting market volatility.

Should You Refinance Your Mortgage After the Fed's Interest Rate Cut?

Homeowners should consider refinancing now that mortgage rates have dropped below previous highs, especially in light of potential future Fed actions.

From mortgages to auto loans, experts weigh in on when or if to refinance as interest rates fall

Federal Reserve's interest rate cut influences consumer refinancing decisions.
Most homeowners are locked into lower rates, complicating refinancing considerations.

Mortgage refinance demand is 94% higher than a year ago, as interest rates fall again

Mortgage demand has shifted towards refinancing due to declining interest rates, though purchases remain weak compared to last year.

Weekly Mortgage Rates Tumble; Should You Refinance?

Mortgage rates dropped significantly, prompting a surge in refinancing interest.
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Mortgage rates plummet and everything has suddenly changed for now

Borrowers with strong credit secure mortgages at low rates, motivating both refinance and purchase activity.

They bought homes with the intention to refinance. Now they're stuck

Many homebuyers struggled after the surge in mortgage rates during the pandemic, expecting to refinance but facing challenges due to rising interest rates.

Average rate on a 30-year mortgage falls to lowest level in more than a year

Mortgage rates have dropped, increasing purchasing power and interest in home buying and refinancing.

Average 30-year mortgage rate surges, adding pressure on buyers

Mortgage rates have surged, impacting homebuyers amid high prices and limited housing supply.
The average 30-year mortgage rate rose to 6.32%, complicating affordability for buyers.

Average rate on a 30-year mortgage falls to 6.47%, lowest level in more than a year

Mortgage rates have decreased significantly, boosting affordability for homebuyers and encouraging refinancing.

Mortgage refinancing surges 35% in one week, as interest rates hit lowest level in over a year

Refinance applications surged 35% last week due to a drop in mortgage rates, reflecting increased homeowner activity despite ongoing challenges in the housing market.

Mortgage rates plummet and everything has suddenly changed for now

Borrowers with strong credit secure mortgages at low rates, motivating both refinance and purchase activity.

They bought homes with the intention to refinance. Now they're stuck

Many homebuyers struggled after the surge in mortgage rates during the pandemic, expecting to refinance but facing challenges due to rising interest rates.

Average rate on a 30-year mortgage falls to lowest level in more than a year

Mortgage rates have dropped, increasing purchasing power and interest in home buying and refinancing.

Average 30-year mortgage rate surges, adding pressure on buyers

Mortgage rates have surged, impacting homebuyers amid high prices and limited housing supply.
The average 30-year mortgage rate rose to 6.32%, complicating affordability for buyers.

Average rate on a 30-year mortgage falls to 6.47%, lowest level in more than a year

Mortgage rates have decreased significantly, boosting affordability for homebuyers and encouraging refinancing.

Mortgage refinancing surges 35% in one week, as interest rates hit lowest level in over a year

Refinance applications surged 35% last week due to a drop in mortgage rates, reflecting increased homeowner activity despite ongoing challenges in the housing market.
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We bought a new car with a 10% interest loan, and now finances are tight - are we stuck?

Rachel and Mike's financial strain highlights the importance of re-evaluating large purchases and options like refinancing or downsizing.

EPO fees are back. How mortgage lenders can avoid them

EPO penalties pose significant financial challenges for mortgage lenders, affecting commissions and profits, especially for smaller companies.
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Tishman Speyer lands $301M refi on historic Macy's building in Downtown Brooklyn

Tishman Speyer secured a $301 million refinancing deal to continue its redevelopment of the historic Macy's building in Downtown Brooklyn.

Related bags $380M Bronx Terminal Market refi

Related Companies refinanced Bronx Terminal Market with a $380 million deal, replacing a previous nonperforming loan.
The property's 90% lease rate and investment-grade tenants indicate strong market performance.

Lincoln Property Lands $65M Refi of West LA Office Campus

Lincoln Property secures a $65 million loan to refinance Wateridge campus in Ladera Heights.
The property includes office buildings, tenants like Kaiser Health Foundation, and mixed-use facilities such as a gym and retail center.

$21B in CMBS Loans Will Come Due Across LA, OC in 2024

$21 billion worth of debt backed by L.A. and O.C. properties will mature in 2024
Nearly 60% of the CMBS and CLO loans coming due this year are in special servicing or watchlisted

Craig Realty Scores Refinance for San Clemente Outlet Mall

Craig Realty has refinanced the Outlets at San Clemente in Orange County with loans from Pacific Life Insurance and MetLife.
Insurance firms have remained active in commercial real estate lending, while banks have pulled back due to concerns around existing exposure.

Tishman Speyer lands $301M refi on historic Macy's building in Downtown Brooklyn

Tishman Speyer secured a $301 million refinancing deal to continue its redevelopment of the historic Macy's building in Downtown Brooklyn.

Related bags $380M Bronx Terminal Market refi

Related Companies refinanced Bronx Terminal Market with a $380 million deal, replacing a previous nonperforming loan.
The property's 90% lease rate and investment-grade tenants indicate strong market performance.

Lincoln Property Lands $65M Refi of West LA Office Campus

Lincoln Property secures a $65 million loan to refinance Wateridge campus in Ladera Heights.
The property includes office buildings, tenants like Kaiser Health Foundation, and mixed-use facilities such as a gym and retail center.

$21B in CMBS Loans Will Come Due Across LA, OC in 2024

$21 billion worth of debt backed by L.A. and O.C. properties will mature in 2024
Nearly 60% of the CMBS and CLO loans coming due this year are in special servicing or watchlisted

Craig Realty Scores Refinance for San Clemente Outlet Mall

Craig Realty has refinanced the Outlets at San Clemente in Orange County with loans from Pacific Life Insurance and MetLife.
Insurance firms have remained active in commercial real estate lending, while banks have pulled back due to concerns around existing exposure.
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Cumulus Q1: Digital up. Total revenue down. "Considerable runway." - RAIN News

Refinanced capital structure with favorable terms, resulting in reduced debt, lower interest rates, and increased asset-based lending.
Focused on digital growth, accelerating digital marketing services to increase revenue while facing challenges in overall revenue and specific categories.

Pacific Equity Scores $135M Loan on Malibu Retail Project

Pacific Equity Partners secured $135 million loan to refinance Cross Creek Ranch in Malibu.
The property includes 60% retail and 40% office space, valued at over $1,200 per square foot.

U.S. 30-year mortgage rate drops below 7%, spurring home purchases

US mortgage rates below 7% for the first time in a month, boosting home purchase applications.
30-year fixed mortgage rate drops 18 basis points to 6.84%, the biggest decline in three months.
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CalSTRS scores $70M Refinance on West LA Office Building

The California State Teachers' Retirement System (CalSTRS) has received a $70 million loan to refinance its office building on Wilshire Boulevard.
Wells Fargo Bank provided the senior mortgage, and $51.5 million of the loan will be included in a commercial mortgage-backed securities (CMBS) deal.

Developer Panku Scores $82M Refinance on Irvine Apartments

Real estate firm Panku has refinanced an apartment complex in Irvine with an $82 million loan from Western & Southern Life Assurance.
The loan was used to pay off outstanding debt and reimburse cost overruns for the project.
Insurance companies are becoming one of the few lenders willing to provide debt for multifamily projects.

CalSTRS scores $70M Refinance on West LA Office Building

The California State Teachers' Retirement System (CalSTRS) has received a $70 million loan to refinance its office building on Wilshire Boulevard.
Wells Fargo Bank provided the senior mortgage, and $51.5 million of the loan will be included in a commercial mortgage-backed securities (CMBS) deal.

Developer Panku Scores $82M Refinance on Irvine Apartments

Real estate firm Panku has refinanced an apartment complex in Irvine with an $82 million loan from Western & Southern Life Assurance.
The loan was used to pay off outstanding debt and reimburse cost overruns for the project.
Insurance companies are becoming one of the few lenders willing to provide debt for multifamily projects.
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Mall Owner Macerich Posts 3,600% Profit Jump in Q4

Macerich reported a net income of $62.2 million in Q4 of 2023, a significant increase from the previous year.
Macerich closed refinancing deals on some of its debt and had a high occupancy rate in its portfolio at the end of 2023.

Fintech's Leap Forward: Revolutionizing Student Financial Management

Fintech revolutionizes student loan refinancing
Fintech provides customized banking experiences for students

Coretrust Capital's Pasadena Office Campus Goes to Auction

Coretrust Capital Partners will see its 640,000-square-foot office campus in Pasadena go to auction after defaulting on a $271 million loan.
The auction was initiated by Heitman, the lender based in Chicago, and is scheduled for December 20th.
The sale of the property will go towards paying off debts secured by its deed of trust.

For Homeowners With Adjustable-Rate Mortgages, the Clock Is Ticking: Here's What To Do

Homebuyers with adjustable-rate mortgages from 2019 are facing challenges due to high interest rates, needing to navigate potential rate increases strategically.

Brookfield Properties, Partner Refinance Victoria Gardens Mall

Brookfield Properties and Queensland Investment Corporation are refinancing part of Victoria Gardens mall, showcasing strategic financial maneuvers amid challenges in retail sector.
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