Yanuki
Finance / Mortgages
Duane Buziak Mortgage Maestro has been recognized as the 2024 and 2025 Virginia Broker Of The Year, marking consecutive achievements in the mortgage industry. This accolade celebrates their commitment to exceptional service and client satis...
Business / Finance
Two mortgage brokers, Duane Buziak Mortgage Maestro and Bridgepoint Funding, are celebrating significant milestones in their careers, highlighting their contributions to the housing market. Duane Buziak has been named Virginia Broker of the...
Financial Services / Mortgages
Mortgage Advice Bureau (MAB) has acquired HomeOwners Alliance (HOA), a homebuyer guidance platform, for £1.4 million. The acquisition aims to broaden MAB's service offerings and engage with customers earlier in the home-buying process.
Mortgage / Broker Intel
As Q2 2026 gets underway, the commercial real estate sector is showing interesting shifts. While multifamily continues to be a strong performer, experts suggest keeping a close eye on the industrial sector for potential growth. Additionally...
Mortgage / Industry Trends
The mortgage industry is experiencing unprecedented change, requiring brokers to adapt quickly. Key strategies include leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to streamline processes and forming collaborative partnerships to advocate for po...
Mortgage / Broker Tips
The mortgage market is becoming increasingly challenging for newcomers. This article provides insights on how mortgage brokers and loan originators can thrive amidst rising interest rates, economic anxiety, and evolving technology.
Mortgage / Industry Trends
The mortgage industry is currently experiencing a shift, with wholesale brokers gaining market share. Recent geopolitical events are also impacting the housing market, leading to increased mortgage rates and uncertainty.
Mortgage / Industry Trends
Mortgage brokers need to stay informed about the evolving challenges in the mortgage industry. Recent data from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) highlights key trends in servicer complaints, providing valuable insights for br...
Mortgage / Industry Trends
In the fast-paced mortgage industry, clear and consistent communication between lenders and brokers is essential for successful deals. This article explores how improved communication can streamline the mortgage process, build stronger rela...
Finance / AI
This article examines how the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) is impacting two critical sectors: the housing market and banking. It explores both the potential risks AI poses to housing stability and the emerging trend of using AI to c...
Real Estate / Mortgages
This week in Canadian real estate: steady interest rates may encourage buyers, inadequate public transit exacerbates housing affordability issues, and variable-rate mortgages gain popularity. Compiled by Yanuki using the latest trends and d...
Mortgage / Broker Intel
This article summarizes key insights for mortgage brokers at the close of 2025, focusing on strategies for working with investor clients and recent benchmarks in lender satisfaction.
Mortgage / Industry News
The Finance Brokers Association of Australia (FBAA) recently concluded its National Industry Conference 2025, coupled with the Monsters & Mayhem Gala, celebrating industry achievements and addressing critical issues facing mortgage brokers....
Mortgage / Origination
Rocket Pro is doubling down on its commitment to mortgage brokers with the launch of new technology and initiatives designed to streamline processes and enhance partnerships. These announcements were made at the Rocket Pro Experience (RPX)...
Mortgage / Industry Trends
Mortgage brokers are bombarded with new technologies like AI and the rise of non-QM lending. This article provides guidance on navigating these trends, emphasizing due diligence and informed decision-making.
Mortgage / Education
Latitude has launched a free, four-week Broker Beginner Series designed to equip rookie mortgage brokers with fundamental financial literacy and responsible lending skills. The online course aims to bolster industry resilience and improve c...
Mortgage / Education
Latitude has launched a free Broker Beginner Series, an online course designed to improve the financial literacy of new mortgage brokers and promote responsible lending.
Finance / Mortgage
The mortgage industry often glorifies a 'grind mindset,' leading to widespread burnout among professionals. This article explores how mortgage brokers can avoid burnout by setting boundaries and prioritizing work-life balance, featuring ins...
Business / Finance
This article summarizes two business and infrastructure updates: Wemlo's achievement in loan processing and a potential delay in the Gordie Howe International Bridge opening.
Real Estate / Market Trends
The Gordie Howe International Bridge, connecting Windsor, Ontario, and Detroit, Michigan, is nearing completion and is expected to ease cross-border travel. This could reignite Canadian investment in the US real estate market, particularly...
