08 Aug

Combating Elder Abuse: How the Mortgage Industry Can Safeguard Our Seniors

As we age, our loved ones become our greatest treasures, deserving of respect, care, and protection. Unfortunately, a shadow looms over our aging population: elder abuse. Namely – elder financial abuse. This distressing reality affects millions of seniors, robbing them of their dignity, peace of mind, and financial security. It’s time to shed light on … Continue reading Combating Elder Abuse: How the Mortgage Industry Can Safeguard Our Seniors →

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07 Aug

MIG Market Watch, August 7th, 2023

Market Comment Mortgage bond prices finished the week lower which put upward pressure on rates. We started the week flat, saw heavy selling pressure mid-week, and ended on a positive note. Unfortunately, the positive movements Friday were not enough to erase all the losses from earlier in the week. The data was mixed with the … Continue reading MIG Market Watch, August 7th, 2023 →

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31 Jul

MIG Market Watch, July 31st, 2023

Market Comment Mortgage bond prices finished the week lower which put upward pressure on rates. We saw selling pressure almost every day. The Fed rate hike dominated sentiment throughout most of the week. The data was mixed but generally showed solid economic growth and tame inflation readings. FHFA housing rose 0.7% as expected. Consumer confidence … Continue reading MIG Market Watch, July 31st, 2023 →

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24 Jul

MIG Market Watch, July 24th, 2023

Market Comment Mortgage bond prices finished the week near unchanged which held rates steady. Rates remained volatile with sharp up and down movements but fortunately we ended the week flat. A lot of tame data helped stem upward pressure on rates. Industrial production fell 0.5% vs the expected unchanged reading. Capacity use was 78.9% vs … Continue reading MIG Market Watch, July 24th, 2023 →

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17 Jul

20 Years of Excellence: Mortgage Investors Group Recognized as Tennessee’s #1 THDA Lender

Mortgage Investors Group (MIG) has been recognized by the Tennessee Housing Development Agency (THDA) as the top lender in the state for the 20th consecutive year. This remarkable achievement reflects MIG’s unwavering commitment to expanding homeownership opportunities, particularly in rural communities where traditional financing options may be limited. The THDA, an organization dedicated to promoting … Continue reading 20 Years of Excellence: Mortgage Investors Group Recognized as Tennessee’s #1 THDA Lender →

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17 Jul

MIG Market Watch, July 17th, 2023

Market Comment Mortgage bond prices finished the week sharply higher which put significant downward pressure on rates. Rates improved almost every day last week. There were not a lot of economic releases but most of the ones we had helped considerably. Consumer prices rose 0.2% vs 0.3%. The core, which excludes volatile food and energy … Continue reading MIG Market Watch, July 17th, 2023 →

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10 Jul

MIG Market Watch, July 10th, 2023

Market Comment Mortgage bond prices finished the week sharply lower which put upward pressure on rates. Rates went back and forth to start the week but pushed significantly higher following the Fed minutes Wednesday afternoon and stronger than expected ADP data Thursday morning. ADP employment was 497K vs 228K. The rest of the data was … Continue reading MIG Market Watch, July 10th, 2023 →

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03 Jul

MIG Market Watch, July 3rd, 2023

Market Comment Mortgage bond prices finished the week lower which put upward pressure on rates. Rates worsened almost every day. The data generally showed strength which fuels the Fed’s argument that more aggressive rate hikes may be needed. FHFA house prices rose 0.7% vs 0.3%. Consumer confidence was 109.7 vs 104. New home sales were … Continue reading MIG Market Watch, July 3rd, 2023 →

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27 Jun

For Those with Disabilities, Homeownership Unlocks the Door to Independence and New Possibilities

Homeownership is quintessential to the American dream. It’s become the personal goal for many – to have somewhere all your own, a private sanctuary to shelter you from all of society’s uncertainty—a safe space to call your own, filled with memories and moments. And as a bonus, a home can be an excellent investment, something … Continue reading For Those with Disabilities, Homeownership Unlocks the Door to Independence and New Possibilities →

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26 Jun

MIG Market Watch, June 26th, 2023

Market Comment Mortgage bond prices finished the week with a slight negative bias. Rates continued to bounce around within a narrow range throughout most of the week. Fed Chair Powell’s testimony to Congress resulted in some volatility mid-week as anticipated. Powell said he expected more Fed rate hikes ahead as the inflation fight “has a … Continue reading MIG Market Watch, June 26th, 2023 →

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19 Jun

MIG Market Watch, June 19th, 2023

Market Comment Mortgage bond prices finished the week near unchanged which kept rates flat. Rates bounced around within a narrow range throughout most of the week. Tame inflation readings and oil prices helped keep things steady. Consumer prices rose 0.1% vs 0.2%. The core, which excludes volatile food and energy, rose 0.4% as expected. Producer … Continue reading MIG Market Watch, June 19th, 2023 →

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12 Jun

MIG Market Watch, June 12th, 2023

Market Comment Mortgage bond prices finished the week lower which put upward pressure on rates. Rates worsened Monday, bounced back mid-week, and closed on a negative note. Rising energy prices early in the week stoked some inflationary fears as Saudi Arabia announced production cuts. Other OPEC members voted against cuts. The oil price spikes were … Continue reading MIG Market Watch, June 12th, 2023 →

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Combating Elder Abuse: How the Mortgage Industry Can Safeguard Our Seniors

MIG Market Watch, August 7th, 2023

MIG Market Watch, July 31st, 2023

MIG Market Watch, July 24th, 2023

20 Years of Excellence: Mortgage Investors Group Recognized as Tennessee’s #1 THDA Lender

MIG Market Watch, July 17th, 2023

MIG Market Watch, July 10th, 2023

MIG Market Watch, July 3rd, 2023

For Those with Disabilities, Homeownership Unlocks the Door to Independence and New Possibilities

MIG Market Watch, June 26th, 2023

MIG Market Watch, June 19th, 2023

MIG Market Watch, June 12th, 2023

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