2024

The American Bankers Association (ABA) last week submitted a letter to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) in which it expressed “significant concerns” about a proposed rule that would ban medical debt from appearing on consumer credit reports. The proposal would bar credit agencies from sharing such debt with mortgage lenders, who in turn would be prohibited from making lending...

Ryan Ogata has been leading the reverse mortgage division at Rate — recently rebranded from Guaranteed Rate — for roughly a year, but the division has seen notable growth during that time. According to Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM) endorsement data compiled by Reverse Market Insight (RMI), the company grew its endorsement volume by roughly 870% year to date through July, as noted by...

While the New Haven County town of Guilford may not openly flaunt its prosperity in the same way wealthy coastal towns like Westport do, that’s not to say you won’t find some spectacular real estate in the area. In fact, one newly listed Guilford property is giving Connecticut’s priciest coastal towns some well-deserved competition. Consisting of 3 separate waterfront properties with a...

We even found models under $100. Better Homes & Gardens / Wayfair Whether you’re ready to admit it or not, cooler temperatures are on their way. However, that doesn’t mean you should abandon your outdoor space at the first sign of fall. In fact, it’s just an excuse to break out the blankets, s’more kit, and firewood.  If you haven’t already invested in a quality fire pit or patio...

Whether you’re going for cozy, dreamy, serene, or harmonious (or all of the above), this autumn is the time to make your home your happy place, according to a new Pinterest report. VICTORIA PEARSON Who doesn’t love giving their home a mini makeover when the seasons change? Whether you’re breaking out new scented candles, putting up autumnal decorations, or just trying to make your space feel...

Punchy colors, artful references, and playful patterns converge in the whimsical look of postmodern. Carson Downing Rules are meant to be broken in this maximal mash-up of color and pattern. Inspired by the work of avant-garde Italian architects and designers Ettore Sottsass and Gio Ponti (among others), postmodern style combines a riot of stripes and geometric motifs in a kaleidoscope of...

A dramatic statement marble slab will fill any space with personality—but is it worth the investment? Interior designers share why they think the material has staying power. Courtesy of Lindsie Davis / Blueberry Jones Design If you're looking for a way to make a dramatic design statement and add a luxurious touch to your home, look to the latest interior design trend: Bold marble veining....

Including throw pillows, functional woven baskets, and soft rugs. Better Homes & Gardens / Walmart Earthy neutrals can easily be incorporated into decor any time of the year, but there’s no time like fall to bring the warmth they offer to your home. Our latest collection at Walmart does just that, with natural colors and textures that add a cozy vibe to your space—starting at just...

The landmark date of Aug. 17, 2024, has come and gone, and the real estate industry is still plugging along, despite the business practice changes mandated by the National Association of Realtors’ (NAR) commission lawsuit settlement agreement now being implemented nationwide. In the Greater Boston area, Linda O’Koniewski, the broker-owner of Leading Edge Real Estate, described the first few days...

The state of Montana has been more heavily promoting its state-based Reverse Annuity Mortgage (RAM) program for seniors. Unspent funds allocated to the program can be put to use by assisting the state’s older residents with reverse mortgage financing at a relatively low interest rate when compared to either Federal Housing Administration (FHA)-backed Home Equity Conversion Mortgages (HECMs) or...