This week’s edition includes a look at August inflation numbers and a partner capitalizing on referrals. Fuel Up! 🚀 Inflation Dominates The Headlines Major inflationary reports dropped this week, as August’s Consumer Price Index (CPI) and Producer Price Index (PPI) were released. CPI came in worse than expected, rising 0.1% from July to August and […]
Read moreSeptember 19, 2022
Most loan processes can be done online, but many people still want human interaction when it comes to getting a mortgage. That desire is what makes loan officers (LOs) invaluable. While you can hire just about anyone to fulfill that need, the right people will do so much more for your team. They won’t just […]
Read moreSeptember 14, 2022
The NFL season is upon us! Sorry, Cowboys fans, but some pundits are calling our Detroit Lions “America’s team” after the most recent season of Hard Knocks. This week’s edition includes changes within the United Kingdom and a look at consumer credit. Fuel Up! 🚀 Biz Buzz All Eyes On The United Kingdom Liz Truss […]
Read moreSeptember 12, 2022
Think you can tell a property’s sale price by just one image? Give Listed a try – your goal is to guess the sale price within 1%. With each guess, you’ll get more details about the home. This week’s edition includes a look at our own Condo Simply and a partner expanding at a rapid […]
Read moreSeptember 05, 2022
Not all home buyers are alike, and neither are the types of loans offered by Rocket ProSM TPO. We’re here to help our broker partners do more for their clients with a wide variety of loan options. One of the most attractive options for an important home buying segment is a jumbo mortgage loan product. […]
Read moreAugust 31, 2022
Ever wanted to live like royalty? Check out this castle for sale in southeastern Michigan, complete with moat, drawbridge and enough secret rooms and passageways to recreate your favorite Scooby-Doo episode! This week’s edition includes recently published industry statistics, another state doing back-to-school shopping the right way, and a look back at Originator Connect. Fuel […]
Read moreAugust 29, 2022
Leaders of large companies often talk about the importance of culture in the workplace, but small business owners might not know how that translates to them. Can a small team even have its own company culture? To get insight on what company culture is and how leaders can foster their own work culture – even […]
Read moreAugust 25, 2022
Have you ever dreamed of a waterfront view from your living room? Starting next month, SeaPods can make that dream a reality, so long as you’re cool living in an 830-square-foot pod above the ocean … This week’s edition includes a cover story featuring our own Mike Fawaz and how to interpret monthly housing data. […]
Read moreAugust 22, 2022
Short sales are often misunderstood and can be confusing for both the buyer and the seller. Typically, the seller’s credit is not damaged quite as much as a foreclosure would inflict. However, sellers are still left without any earnings moving forward. Buyers may initially find a short sale home appealing due to the lower price […]
Read moreAugust 17, 2022
Last week’s candy-tasting position not sweet enough for you? How about a literal dream job – Casper will pay you to sleep! This week’s edition includes an inflation update and how consumers are feeling about buying that brand new boat. Fuel Up 🚀 Biz Buzz Inflation Trends Pointing In The Right Direction Two major inflationary […]
Read moreAugust 15, 2022