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Reflecting on the Past and Looking to the Future with National Homeownership Month
Mortgage Insurance

Reflecting on the Past and Looking to the Future with National Homeownership Month

Jun 25, 2026
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The Lesser-known Opportunity of LPMI Singles in a Changing Rate Environment
Mortgage Insurance

The Lesser-known Opportunity of LPMI Singles in a Changing Rate Environment

Jun 18, 2026
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From “Rate Shopper” to Raving Fan: How Tangible Borrower Benefits Drive Referrals
Homebuyer Resources

From “Rate Shopper” to Raving Fan: How Tangible Borrower Benefits Drive Referrals

Jun 11, 2026
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2026 UAD 3.6 Updates: Highlights for a Clearer Path to the Appraisal Review Process
Loan Origination

2026 UAD 3.6 Updates: Highlights for a Clearer Path to the Appraisal Review Process

Jun 4, 2026
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Meet the Enact Experts

Colleen Kennedy
Colleen Kennedy
Vice President, Strategic Account Manager, Enact
Terrence Evans
Terrence Evans
Vice President, Strategic Account Manager, Enact
Neenu Kainth
Neenu Kainth
SVP & Chief Customer Experience Officer, Enact
Mary Kay Scully
Mary Kay Scully
Director of Customer Education, Enact
David Foster
David Foster
Senior Real Estate Appraiser, Enact
Jeff Bridges
Jeff Bridges
Chief Economist, Enact
Mike Derstine
Mike Derstine
EVP and Chief Risk Officer, Enact
Amy Hopkins
Amy Hopkins
Regional Underwriter, Enact
Kierstin Schmitt
Kierstin Schmitt
Account Development Manager, Enact
Daniel Kohl
Daniel Kohl
Vice President of Investor Relations & Finance, Enact
Marilyn Richter
Marilyn Richter
Regional Underwriter, Enact
Robert Grolemund
Robert Grolemund
Regional Underwriter, Enact
Vinny Souza
Vinny Souza
Head of Data Science, Enact
Sheila Klostermann
Sheila Klostermann
Director of Quality Assurance, Enact
Anthony Coculo
Anthony Coculo
Quality Assurance Manager of Appraisals, Enact
David Showalter
David Showalter
MI Education & Customer Training Team Member
Maureen Townson
Maureen Townson
Sales Account Manager

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Borrower-Paid Single Premium MI (Single MI): A Practical Option for Long-Term Savings
Mortgage Insurance

Borrower-Paid Single Premium MI (Single MI): A Practical Option for Long-Term Savings

May 22, 2026
5
 min read
Understanding Monthly Mortgage Insurance: A Simple Guide for Homebuyers
Mortgage Insurance

Understanding Monthly Mortgage Insurance: A Simple Guide for Homebuyers

Apr 24, 2026
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 min read
Navigating Affordability Through Community, Teamwork, and Problem Solving
Mortgage Insurance

Navigating Affordability Through Community, Teamwork, and Problem Solving

Apr 15, 2026
6
 min read
Use Mortgage Insurance Product Options to Build Trust and Win More Loans
Mortgage Insurance

Use Mortgage Insurance Product Options to Build Trust and Win More Loans

Mar 26, 2026
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 min read

Loan Origination

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The Hidden Costs of Income Calculation Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Loan Origination

The Hidden Costs of Income Calculation Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Mar 20, 2026
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From Homeowner to Landlord: How to Prepare Borrowers for the Shift to Rental Ownership
Loan Origination

From Homeowner to Landlord: How to Prepare Borrowers for the Shift to Rental Ownership

Feb 12, 2026
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Understanding Temporary Buydowns in Today’s Mortgage Market
Loan Origination

Understanding Temporary Buydowns in Today’s Mortgage Market

Nov 6, 2025
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The Final Stretch: Preventing Common Pre-Closing Pitfalls to Ensure a Smooth Transaction
Loan Origination

The Final Stretch: Preventing Common Pre-Closing Pitfalls to Ensure a Smooth Transaction

Oct 23, 2025
4
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Homebuyer Resources

Find out how to better help first-time homebuyers become more knowledgeable about the mortgage process and achieve homeownership with these tips and resources.

FIRST-TIME HOMEBUYER Resources
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Budget Worksheet
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Affordability Worksheet
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Borrower Retention Isn’t a CRM Setting: A Lifecycle Benefits Strategy Borrowers Can Actually Use
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Borrower Retention Isn’t a CRM Setting: A Lifecycle Benefits Strategy Borrowers Can Actually Use

May 8, 2026
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Dispelling the Myths: Helping Borrowers Navigate the Barriers to Homeownership
Homebuyer Resources

Dispelling the Myths: Helping Borrowers Navigate the Barriers to Homeownership

Oct 1, 2025
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Underwriting

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Avoiding MI Loan Delays and Bottlenecks with First Pass Approvals
Underwriting

Avoiding MI Loan Delays and Bottlenecks with First Pass Approvals

Apr 30, 2026
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Pre-MI DTI vs. Eligibility DTI: Avoid Pricing Surprises and Loan Delays
Underwriting

Pre-MI DTI vs. Eligibility DTI: Avoid Pricing Surprises and Loan Delays

Feb 19, 2026
4
 min read
What are the Document Requirements for Borrowers Selling Personal Assets for a Down Payment?
Underwriting

What are the Document Requirements for Borrowers Selling Personal Assets for a Down Payment?

Dec 11, 2025
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How can Interested Party Contributions Help More Borrowers Become Homeowners?
Underwriting

How can Interested Party Contributions Help More Borrowers Become Homeowners?

Oct 16, 2025
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Insights & Trends

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From Action to Impact: Why Time Management Matters More than Ever for Business Results
Insights & Trends

From Action to Impact: Why Time Management Matters More than Ever for Business Results

Dec 4, 2025
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Struggling to Reach Today’s Homebuyer? Key Insights You Might be Missing
Insights & Trends

Struggling to Reach Today’s Homebuyer? Key Insights You Might be Missing

Nov 18, 2025
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Navigating the New Normal: The Impact of Climate-Related Events on Real Estate Markets and Appraisals
Insights & Trends

Navigating the New Normal: The Impact of Climate-Related Events on Real Estate Markets and Appraisals

Mar 20, 2025
4
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What Happened in 2024: A Current Snapshot of the Housing and Mortgage Markets
Insights & Trends

What Happened in 2024: A Current Snapshot of the Housing and Mortgage Markets

Dec 9, 2024
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Economic Updates

Explore the latest trending economic observations, straight from the expertise of our Chief Economist, Jeff Bridges.

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