Why More Loan Officers Are Choosing the Wholesale Model (And How AZM Lending Borrowers Benefit)
Loan officers are leaving retail banks for wholesale: 327 net LOs and $7B in production moved in 2026. Here is what that shift means for your mortgage.
Market & Industry Updates
VantageScore 4.0 and Your Mortgage: The Better Score
Two scoring models are now approved for conventional mortgages. Here is how AZM Lending checks both and shops the better score.
Existing-Home Sales July 2026: Why Waiting Costs You More
Home prices rose for the 37th straight month even as rates hit 6.75%. Here is the real math on waiting for a lower rate vs. buying now.
Fed July 2026 Decision: What It Means for Your Mortgage
The Fed is meeting now. Markets expect a hold, but half the committee wants a hike. Here’s what each outcome means for your mortgage rate.
The June CPI Shock: Why Mortgage Rates Just Got a Surprise Tailwind
June CPI cooled sharply, sparking a bond rally. See what it means for mortgage rates, rate locks, and buyers now.