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Who forged the NAMB letter? by Ryan Smith
Still no news on the actual author of an apparently fraudulent letter that’s caused friction between two mortgage associations. So we'd like you to hear your input. Could it be Brian Williams, Frank Underwood or evil alternate-universe Tim Johnson?
The referral chaser's toolkit by MPA
Have your previous marketing efforts been filled with good intentions, but are delivering little tangible results? Follow these five savvy steps from successful sales expert Clifton Warren.
Mountain West targets teachers, public employees with mortgage programs by
The mortgages are specifically designed and offered to teachers and public employees and feature 20- and 25-year terms.

Daily Market Update: New home sales hold steady by MPA
New home sales hold steady… European investors flock to Manhattan’s real estate… Seattle sees surge in residential towers as more people move downtown…
Head to Head: Are the new disclosure rules a positive step for the industry? by MPA
The new integrated disclosure rule set to take effect in August will combine some disclosures consumers receive when applying for a mortgage. We asked mortgage pros how they think the new rules will affect business.
Fannie, Freddie declining profits revive push for housing reform by MPA
Concerns over the GSEs weak earnings “should serve as a wake-up call to Congress to move quickly to advance housing finance reform,” according to NAHB chairman.