The next refi boom's double-edged sword: EPOs
HousingWire spoke to lenders and loan officers about how they're planning for the return of refis, and how they're going to try to avoid early pay-off (EPO) penalties.
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HousingWire spoke to lenders and loan officers about how they're planning for the return of refis, and how they're going to try to avoid early pay-off (EPO) penalties.
Economists, analysts and mortgage execs say that mortgage rates could keep rising, possibly touching 8% in the coming weeks. We look at what that means for the housing market and how the 2024 forecast is shaping up.
Despite a growing “lock-in effect,” sellers are becoming flexible with concessions to help buyers fund monthly mortgage payments.
The surge in mortgage rates has led borrowers to seek creative ways to save money on their mortgage loans.
On March 16, money became more expensive. Any time you buy something on credit, you are essentially “buying” ...