NEWS

Mortgage rates jump again as Iran war intensifies

Geopolitical fears pushed US mortgage rates back above 6%

Senate passes sweeping housing bill, drawing mortgage industry scrutiny

Bipartisan vote advanced Warren–Scott plan, but key lender groups warned it did not go far enough

What brokers need to know before clients use 401(k) funds for a down payment

Shrinking emergency funds are leaving buyers little choice

JPMorgan move jolts private credit as AI fears hit software loans

Bank’s software-loan markdowns signalled a tougher backdrop for highly leveraged lenders

Read More

PREMIUM

SDIRAs: a new broker growth lever

Unlock SDIRA real estate deals with RCN’s niche financing and client education edge

SPECIALTY

Wholesale

Why AI-fueled white-collar layoffs could devastate the housing market in 2026

The threat of job losses could cause more hesitation in potential buyers

BROKER INTEL

Broker Intel

Broker-Lender Relationships: Building Speed, Trust, and Alignment

What it really takes to strengthen partnerships and deliver better outcomes for clients

TV

Expert analyses: How top originators work to overcome affordability challenges

Expert analyses: How top loan originators plan to win in a shifting market

MPA TALK

MPA Talk: NAMB president fights for legislation to improve housing affordability

White discusses changes needed to attract new homebuyers

MORTGAGE INDUSTRY

Mortgage rates jump again as Iran war intensifies

Geopolitical fears pushed US mortgage rates back above 6%

Mortgage rates jump again as Iran war intensifies

Geopolitical fears pushed US mortgage rates back above 6%

Senate passes sweeping housing bill, drawing mortgage industry scrutiny

Bipartisan vote advanced Warren–Scott plan, but key lender groups warned it did not go far enough

Industry Trends

What brokers need to know before clients use 401(k) funds for a down payment

Shrinking emergency funds are leaving buyers little choice

Market Updates

JPMorgan move jolts private credit as AI fears hit software loans

Bank’s software-loan markdowns signalled a tougher backdrop for highly leveraged lenders

Industry Trends

Winter chill hits single-family starts

Weather and wary builders kept single-family construction subdued despite headline gains in January

Market Updates

BEST IN MORTGAGE

World’s 100 Best Mortgage Leaders | Global 100

Spotlighting the world’s best 100 mortgage leaders who continue to deliver success for their organizations and drive the industry forward

USA’s Best Mortgage Originators | $100M Club

Celebrating the USA’s best mortgage originators who have achieved the impressive feat of earning entry to the $100M Club

Best Mortgage Companies to Work for in the USA | Top Mortgage Employers

Honoring the best mortgage companies to work for in the USA, rated by their employees in key criteria such as compensation, culture, and advancement

Mortgage Professional America’s 5-Star Wholesale Lenders

Celebrating the leading Wholesale Lenders, voted by brokers across America who judged them on customer service, turnaround times, and loan programs

Female Leaders in the Mortgage Industry | Elite Women

Recognizing the best female leaders in the US mortgage industry, who stand out for their leadership qualities, professional expertise, ability to inspire others, and determination to create a more inclusive environment