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BROOMALL, PA — Xactus, a prominent provider of verification services, has announced the integration of several of its key services with Dark Matter Technologies’ Empower® loan origination software (LOS). This …
Xactus Partners with Dark Matter Technologies to Enhance Loan Origination Software Read More
SEATTLE, WA — In a housing market grappling with higher mortgage rates, a segment of homeowners stands resilient. According to recent findings from Zillow®, older homeowners, particularly baby boomers in …
Boomers Lead the Charge in Overcoming Mortgage Rate Lock, New Research Shows Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — In a significant expansion of a legal battle against Mariner Finance, accused of exploiting consumers through deceptive lending practices, six new states have joined Pennsylvania in a …
States Rally Against Mariner Finance in Expanding Consumer Protection Lawsuit Read More
SEATTLE, WA — A recent report from Redfin has revealed a startling trend among U.S. homebuyers – the median down payment increased by 24.1% to $55,640 in February, marking the …
U.S. Homebuyers Dig Deep: Unprecedented Hike in Down Payments Uncovered Read More
SEATTLE, WA — The U.S. housing market showed signs of renewed vigor as new listings rose 13% in the four weeks ending March 3, the largest increase in nearly three …
Report: New Home Listings Surge as Inventory Begins to Recover Read More
SEATTLE, WA — The traditionally celebrated Spring home-shopping season might witness an encore if mortgage rates dip, according to the latest insights from Zillow®. A detailed study of 2023 home …
June Emerges as Golden Window for Home Sellers as Mortgage Rates Influence Seasonality: Zillow Reports Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Industrial Development Authority (PIDA) is injecting new life into the economies of Berks and Chester counties. On Friday, Department of Community and Economic Development Secretary …
Pennsylvania Boosts Local Economy with Approval of Two Low-Interest Loans to Support Business Expansion in Berks and Chester Counties Read More
The dream of owning a home in America has become significantly more expensive. Since 2020, income levels needed to comfortably afford a home have surged by 80%, outpacing the median …
Soaring Home Prices Outpace Income Growth, Redefining Affordability Read More
EXTON, PA — The Chester County Economic Development Council (CCEDC) is urging businesses of all sizes to take advantage of a fixed interest rate of 5.5% through the Pennsylvania Catalyst Loan …
Chester County Economic Development Council Reports $1.4 Million Remains Available to Businesses of All Sizes Through PA Catalyst Loan Fund Read More
The pandemic has brought about significant shifts in the American housing landscape, with a new Zillow® report revealing a narrowed gap between Black and white renting families who could comfortably …
Pandemic Narrows Racial Gap in Homeownership Readiness, Yet Significant Disparities Persist Read More