The early-autumn dip in mortgage rates presented a fleeting but lucrative opportunity for lenders and borrowers alike. More than 300,000 refinances were completed in September and October of 2024—the highest volume in two and a half years, reports ICE Mortgage Monitor. Borrowers rushed to capitalize on interest rates in the low 6% range, cutting their monthly payments by an average of $320 and generating a collective $47 million in monthly savings. Amid this refinancing boom, one clear takeaway emerged: lenders equipped with advanced technology platforms outperformed their competitors by processing loans faster and retaining more borrowers.
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