Fed Forgoes September Rate Hike
The Federal Reserve’s Open Market Committee (FOMC) chose to forgo the opportunity to raise the central bank’s nominal interest rate at the conclusion of their September meeting, a repeat of [...]
Servicers Shine at Annual Five Star Conference
The Five Star Conference & Expo closed out with a lively discussion on the latest headwinds impacting the mortgage servicing space, featuring top mortgage servicing execs, economists, and government reps [...]
Kim Yowell Honored With Five Star’s Lifetime Achievement Award
At the annual Five Star Conference in Dallas, the 30-year industry trailblazer was recognized for her accomplishments in the mortgage finance space throughout her career. Source: DS News
Managers Meet to Discuss Property Preservation
Managers, owners, and agents alike met at the 20th Five Star Conference & Expo to discuss and inform attendees on the ins and outs of property preservation in today’s changing [...]
Mortgage Execs Meet to Discuss Property Preservation
Managers, owners, and agents alike met to discuss and inform attendees on the ins and outs of property preservation in today’s changing market at the 20th Five Star Conference & [...]
Survey: Banks Prioritize Compliance When Vetting Fintech Partners
As financial institutions evaluate their tech budgets, experts say concern about data security takes a front seat, as fintech firms must prioritize risk and compliance in today's marketplace. Source: DS [...]
FORCE Rally 2023: The Who’s Who of REO Agents
The annual gathering of the Federation of REO Certified Agents took place at the 20th Five Star Conference and Expo, exploring everything REO, including data-backed insights from Fannie Mae and [...]
Regulatory Issues Take Center Stage at Five Star Conference
The Legal League held its Fall Servicer Summit in conjunction with the 20th anniversary of the Five Star Conference in Dallas, spotlighting the latest regulatory developments, lawsuits, and emerging trends [...]
Property Owners Command Near-Record High Rents
Redfin reports that the average nationwide median rent has exceeded $2,000, but experts report some indication of a decrease in the near future. Source: DS News