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ARMs of mass destruction?

Economist sounds warning on adjustable-rate mortgages

Pending home sales continue to trend downward

Contract signings slow to a decade low

Affordable housing: "Taking marginal steps will have a real impact"

CEO urges originators to do more to help underserved borrowers

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Commercial

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MORTGAGE INDUSTRY

ARMs of mass destruction?

Economist sounds warning on adjustable-rate mortgages

ARMs of mass destruction?

Economist sounds warning on adjustable-rate mortgages

Pending home sales continue to trend downward

Contract signings slow to a decade low

Market Updates

Affordable housing: "Taking marginal steps will have a real impact"

CEO urges originators to do more to help underserved borrowers

Industry Trends

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Business Growth

Senate confirms Sandra Thompson as FHFA director

Thompson ratified by a narrow vote

Industry Moves

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