Rod Bolivar

Rod Bolivar

Rod Bolivar joined KM International as freelance writer in 2024. He is a media professional with experience in multimedia journalism and public relations. He finished a Bachelor of Mass Communication degree at Silliman University. In 2017, he was recognized with the Gandingan Awards from UP Los Banos for Best Development-Oriented News Story, and won the Investigative Story of the Year for Digital at the 2022 Globe Media Excellence Awards. He was also chosen as the Reporter of the Year at the Iligan City Youth Choice Awards in 2018.

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NY attorney general referred to authorities over potential mortgage fraud

The case questions the accuracy of mortgage and property documents

NY attorney general referred to authorities over potential mortgage fraud

Mortgage default risk falls in Q4 2024

Fewer cash-out refis and stronger credit lowered borrower risk

Mortgage default risk falls in Q4 2024

Construction costs surge as tariffs impact builders

Tariffs will increase the cost of building a home by $10,900

Construction costs surge as tariffs impact builders

Borrowers turn to riskier loans as rates jump on back of tariff chaos

Applications nosedived last week – but ARMs are surging in popularity again

Borrowers turn to riskier loans as rates jump on back of tariff chaos

Credit firm Bayview reviews funding options

Company considers a deal structure that keeps control while raising funds

Credit firm Bayview reviews funding options

Union Home Foundation grants $55k to eight organizations

Grants range from $2,500 to $20,000 per nonprofit

Union Home Foundation grants $55k to eight organizations

Moving too boldly on policy not prudent as uncertainty continues, says Fed's Bostic

As spending slows, central bank weighs whether to act or hold on rates

Moving too boldly on policy not prudent as uncertainty continues, says Fed's Bostic

Major banks restrict data sharing after OCC cyber breach

Hackers accessed emails for over a year, affecting more than 100 accounts

Major banks restrict data sharing after OCC cyber breach

FDIC wins $540m case vs. BofA

FDIC accused BofA of reporting risks separately, lowering dues

FDIC wins $540m case vs. BofA

These are the US housing markets most vulnerable to a decline

Massive markets feature near the top of the list

These are the US housing markets most vulnerable to a decline