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Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
6 months ago

FICO bypasses credit bureaus with new program for mortgage lenders

FICO enables tri-merge resellers to deliver scores directly to lenders, bypassing bureaus and offering new performance and funded-loan fee pricing options.
US politics
fromwww.housingwire.com
9 months ago

Pulte's VantageScore bombshell sends the mortgage industry scrambling

Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are unprepared to adopt VantageScore 4.0 due to FHFA's requirements.
The industry anticipates no decline in report costs with the current credit bureau requirements.
SF real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 day ago

UWM adds VantageScore alongside FICO for conventional loans

VantageScore may benefit borrowers with limited credit histories and improve pricing for those already qualifying under FICO.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
6 days ago

The Cost of Cheaper: Why Lower Score Fees Could Raise Mortgage Costs

FICO and VantageScore present different pricing structures, but the true cost implications in mortgage markets extend beyond initial score fees.
Law
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 week ago

Opinion: FICO, the 3Bs: Fruit from a rotten tree. Here's how we fix It.

FICO and credit bureaus are both criticized for their roles in escalating mortgage credit costs and lack of accountability.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 week ago

Mortgage industry welcomes new credit score models, urges further reform

FHA plans to adopt new credit scoring models to expand access to credit while maintaining underwriting rigor.
Business
fromwww.housingwire.com
5 months ago

CIC Credit joins FICO's direct license initiative

CIC Credit now offers direct-licensing of FICO Scores to lenders, enabling tri-merge resellers to deliver FICO mortgage scores directly and increasing competition with VantageScore.
fromBoston Condos For Sale Ford Realty
9 months ago

Which Is Better For Boston Condo Mortgage - FICO Or VantageScore? Boston Condos For Sale Ford Realty

VantageScore 4.0 has been allowed for loan purchases by Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae, marking a significant shift in federal lending policy and competition with FICO scores.
Boston real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
9 months ago

Which is better for mortgage FICO or VantageScore?

FICO Score 10T detects 18% more defaulters in the critical score range than Classic FICO, while VantageScore 4.0 detects only 3.4% more defaulters.
US politics
Real estate
fromSFGATE
9 months ago

Paying Rent on Time Could Now Help You Get a Mortgage After Key Change at Fannie and Freddie

New policy allows use of VantageScore for mortgage qualification, benefiting first-time borrowers with a history of timely rent payments.
SF real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 year ago

VantageScore mortgage usage plunged 42% in 2024

VantageScore usage in the mortgage industry declined significantly in 2024 but saw a spike for mortgage originations, indicating shifting trends.
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