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The mortgage broker renaissance by Ryan Smith
Mortgage brokers’ market share tumbled after the 2008 housing meltdown, but now brokers are coming back in a big way. MPA sits down with AIME’s Anthony Casa to find out why – and how to keep the trend going
Opendoor and Redfin combine to give consumers more choice by Kimberly Greene
Their new partnership aims to provide more options to home sellers, giving them the ability to request an Opendoor offer through Redfin’s site and mobile apps

Mortgage rates drop, but are Americans ready to dive in? by Candyd Mendoza
Mortgage rates hit their lowest level since 2016
More homebuyers seek finance offering from home builders by Candyd Mendoza
76% are happy with their experience
Stewart rolls out e-closing tool in 20 states by Candyd Mendoza
The firm partners with Notarize and NotaryCam to elevate its remote online

Guaranteed Rate names new human resources chief by Candyd Mendoza
The new exec brings more than 25 years of experience to the role
Manafort pleads not guilty to mortgage fraud by Ryan Smith
The former Trump campaign chairman, already in prison for federal crimes, faces a raft of state felony charges
Freddie Mac: Affordable housing cannot keep up with population boom by Candyd Mendoza
Very low-income residents in the 10 fastest growing metros can’t afford a home