Mortgage Debt Is Rising the Fastest in These Surprising States

Americans have never owed more on their homes. With interest rates and home prices climbing steadily for years, mortgage debt has become the defining financial burden of a generation—and new data shows just how heavy that load has become. Surprisingly, the states where that debt is growing fastest a

Pennsylvania’s New ‘Meadow Kits’ Are Transforming Suburban Curb Appeal

A well-manicured lawn has long served as the undisputed uniform of the American suburb—a lush, emerald symbol of middle-class pride. But one state is asking homeowners to imagine something wilder. Through its Lawn to Habitat Program, Pennsylvania is offering 300 residents free Pocket Meadow Kits to

AD Mortgage broker survey finds rising AI use and training gaps

AD Mortgage released a new broker technology survey this week, which shows mortgage professionals are increasingly using artificial intelligence and digital tools but still face gaps in training, integration and adoption decisions. Based on responses from more than 250 mortgage brokers nationwide, t

The Digital Walkthrough: What To Look Out for During a Video Inspection

Buying a home you've never stepped inside was once considered a risk only the boldest buyers would take. But as video technology has improved, and the COVID-19 pandemic changed the way many people shop for homes, the concept has gone from niche to nearly mainstream.  According to the National Associ