June 23, 2025 Edition

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MMLA Weekly e-Newsletter

CONNECTING THE BEST OF THE MICHIGAN MORTGAGE INDUSTRY

June 26 - West Chapter Golf Outing - Join us for a fun day on the green at our Annual Golf Outing! Sponsorships available now.


July 10 - West Michigan Volunteer Day - Sign up for a day of giving back to our community!


July 15 - Future Leaders Graduation Reception - Let's celebrate our 2025 Future Leaders Class together!


July 23 - 30 Minutes to WIN Webinar -Join us for a webinar on bullying in the Workplace!


August 3 - Up North Classic Golf Tournament - Join us at The Fortress Golf Course to kick-off the Annual Lending Conference Festivities!


August 3 - 5 - Annual Lending Conference - Registration is open for the largest mortgage event in Michigan! Our conference will be held at the Bavarian Inn in Frankenmuth this year!

Congratulations to Ryan Evans on earning his Certified Mortgage Banker (CMB) designation!

Early Bird Pricing Ends July 1 — Don’t Miss MMLAFest 2025!


Mark your calendar for MMLAFest 2025, happening August 3–5 at the Bavarian Inn in Frankenmuth! This year’s Annual Lending Conference is gearing up to be our biggest and most exciting ever — and believe us, this is one event you’ll want to experience firsthand.


We’re kicking things off Sunday morning with the always-popular Up North Classic Golf Tournament, followed by an evening welcome reception to officially open the event. From there, enjoy two full days (Monday and Tuesday) of powerhouse general sessions, targeted breakouts, networking receptions, and unforgettable social events.


Just added to the agenda:

  • Captain Richard Phillips – Real-life hero and keynote speaker
  • Steve Richman – Back with his high-energy “Why You?” session
  • Laura Escobar – MBA Chair and DC insider delivering a must-hear industry update
  • Rob & Robbie Chrisman – Leading two engaging sessions on market trends and technology

To clarify: the last official event wraps up Tuesday night after the President’s Reception and Dinner. Wednesday morning includes breakfast only — no sessions are scheduled.


Register by July 1 to lock in early bird pricing and save!


Spots are filling fast — don’t miss your chance to be part of the conference everyone will be talking about.

We’re in the final stretch of the MMLA Membership Drive — and there’s still time for you to make an impact!


Through June 30, new individual members can join MMLA for just $99, with full membership through December 31, 2025!


Know a colleague who should be part of the state’s largest mortgage network? Invite them to join — and when three or more new members list your name on their application, you’ll be entered to win $500 cash.


Why invite others to join?

  • Help them gain access to exclusive networking opportunities — both virtual and in-person
  • Connect them to targeted education and professional development
  • Expand our collective voice through industry advocacy and legislative influence


Let’s grow the MMLA together — and strengthen our industry, one new member at a time.

Your Digital Networking Hub Is Live – Let’s Get Connected!


Community Connection, powered by Forj, is here—and it’s designed just for YOU. This new digital platform is your space to connect with fellow members, share insights, and stay informed on everything happening in our industry.


Whether you want to grow your network, find answers, or just stay in the loop, Community Connection is where it all happens—and it only works if you’re part of it.


Here’s how to make the most of it:

  • Log in and complete your profile
  • Join a few groups that match your interests
  • Jump into a conversation or start your own
  • Stay up to date with real-time discussions and news


You’ll find resources, connections, and conversations that can help you personally and professionally. It’s easy, it’s useful—and it’s better with YOU in it.


If you have not received an invite from to join our platform, please email Trinity Lancione at trinity@mmla.net


Let’s grow this community—together.

MBA Expresses Concern to Senate Leadership About Section 899 of One Big Beautiful Bill Act


May New Home Purchase Mortgage Applications Decreased 4.5%


Hidden Costs of Homeownership Average $21,400 Annually, Bankrate Reports


MBA-Supported Trigger Leads Bill Set for Full House Vote on Monday; Participate in MAA Call to Action Today!


Senate Finance Republicans Release Key Tax Title Text


MBA Responds to the CFPB’s Proposed Rescission of the Regulation X COVID-related Amendments 


MBA Submits Letter Supporting Nonbank Registry Rule Rescission 


Fed Keeps Rates Unchanged


MBA Sends Letter to HUD on Changes to CWCOT Audits


Get Ready for MORPAC Action Week, June 23-27!

Buyers Catch A Break As Inventory Climbs And Competition Fades


Housing Starts Slide in May, But Single-Family Holds Steady


Single-family Construction Loan Volume Grows


Jobless claims decline and ease labor-market worries. For now.


US housing market: Will prices come down this year?


More builders slash prices as home buyers stay away from the housing market


Mortgage demand rises to the highest level in over a month, after holiday adjustment


NMP Magazine - June 2025

Metro Detroit is growing – but its suburbs are telling a more complicated story


Lack of starter homes driving Ottawa County’s housing shortage, study finds


Governor Whitmer announces 140 new housing units in Hastings, Coldwater redevelopment projects

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