Recent data from market and analytics firm YouGov shows that America’s favorite grocery store is… 7-eleven! Check out the full ranked list here. This week, we’ll dive into jobs data, the growing prevalence of higher-rate mortgages, and a potential signal of an upcoming recession. Fuel up! 🚀 November job openings and labor turnover November was […]
Read moreJanuary 27, 2025
This week’s edition highlights two positive signs that inflation is under control, insights from the Federal Reserve and a recap of homelessness in 2024, including efforts being made to address the issue. Fuel up! 🚀 Inflation reports increase less than expected. Both the Producer Price Index (PPI) and the Consumer Price Index (CPI) came in […]
Read moreJanuary 20, 2025
Submitting incomplete loan packages may feel like a quick time-saver, but in reality, it leads to unnecessary stress and a poor client experience. As a mortgage broker, your role is to ensure a reliable and smooth process for each client. “It’s easy to hit submit and forget, only to scramble later for missing bank statements, […]
Read moreJanuary 15, 2025
2024: A 6/10 kind of year? From reconnecting with loved ones to learning new skills (and maybe even adopting a furry friend), Americans rated this year a solid “meh,” per Talker Research. But hey, personal growth was the real MVP. Compare how 2024 ranks for you and see what made it memorable for others. This […]
Read moreJanuary 06, 2025
New year, new you! As January 1 quickly approaches, millions of people around the world will be making their annual New Year’s resolutions. Whether it’s getting in shape, learning a new hobby or buying a home, the start of a new year is a great time to set goals and commit to self-improvement. Despite the […]
Read moreDecember 30, 2024
Most of us don’t think of the internet as an option, yet 8% of households are still without broadband in the average state. In Mississippi, over 13% of households do not have broadband internet! Read the full analysis from Overflow Data here. This week’s edition has inflation data, another Federal Funds rate decision and insights […]
Read moreDecember 23, 2024
The end of an Eras Tour – Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour, which became a global sensation, ended on December 8 in Vancouver. The tour first started in March 2023, and since then, Taylor Swift has performed 149 shows in 21 countries and is credited for providing an economic boost to the cities she visited. Here […]
Read moreDecember 16, 2024
Looking to boost your business this winter? Connect with us at these upcoming events: Jan 15 – 17: New England Mortgage Expo; Moheghan Sun, CT* You’ll hear keynotes from Mike Fawaz, Rocket Pro TPO Executive Vice President and Don Chiesa, Rocket Pro TPO Vice President. Feb 11: California Mortgage Expo; Palm Springs, CA* Feb 16 – 18: Conference […]
Read moreDecember 09, 2024
As we get closer and closer to 2025, it’s time to begin reflecting back on 2024. In pop culture, “demure” has been declared the “word of the year,” and our Federal Reserve Chairman, Jerome Powell, is the perfect example of someone who takes the utmost care to be modest and reserved despite the mind-boggling amount […]
Read moreDecember 09, 2024
This week’s edition covers recent economic statistics, Thanksgiving meal trends and what economists mean by “animal spirits.” Fuel up! 🚀 No food coma for the economic calendar While the holiday season might bring a slower pace to the office, economic data releases remain as active as ever. Consumer sentiment rose to 71.8, its highest reading […]
Read moreDecember 02, 2024