Early preparation urged for UAD 3.6 transition

Uniform Appraisal Dataset 3.6, a major modernization of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac appraisal reporting, will be here before you know it. Getting comfortable with it now will reduce the chance of transaction delays in the future. Waiting is not a strategy, says appraisal expert Michelle Czekalski Bra

Mortgage Rates Start Higher, But Some Lenders Recovered

On average, the top-tier 30yr fixed mortgage rate moved up to another new long-term high today of 7.17%. You'd have to go back to January, 2025 to see anything higher. That said, there's more variability than normal today depending on the lender.  Bonds (which dictate rates) were at their weakest le

Calm preparation can preserve a home deal

Reading contracts closely and planning for likely problems can help agents respond confidently when negotiations become challenging.

How to help military buyers from afar

Military buyers purchasing from afar need agents who can flag property concerns, explain VA financing and prepare early for remote closing.