News & Research
Here you can keep up with information and regulations that may affect your homebuying process, mortgage or refinancing options, as well as check out our research recaps of the most recent and relevant studies to the mortgage and real estate markets.
VA Loan Data Study Overview: 2023 Update
One group of borrowers that is negatively impacted by the nefarious behavior of certain mortgage lenders are US Veterans. Here's how.
STUDY: Home buyers are confused about the mortgage process and worried that bias is impacting their outcomes
To get a pulse on how consumers feel about the current housing market, we conducted a survey of 1,000 homeowners and potential buyers in the U.S.
The Cheapest States to Buy and Own a House
Looking for a cost efficient place to buy a home? Here are the top 9 states that have the most affordable home prices in the US.
How the COVID-19 Crisis is Bringing FHA and VA Loans to a Grinding Halt
Interest rates on FHA and VA loans are getting higher, and are harder to qualify for, even as rates for other borrowers are near all-time lows.
For Vets Seeking Home Loans, the Covid-19 Economy is Making It Harder
While it’s always important for veterans to shop for a mortgage, it’s especially important to do so during the current economic crisis caused by COVID-19.
Co-founder and CEO Patrick Boyaggi Shares the Benefits of Own Up on the Creating Wealth Podcast
Our co-founder and CEO Patrick Boyaggio was recently interviewed by Jason Hartman from the Creating Wealth podcast where he discussed how Own Up helps consumers create the best financial outcome for themselves during the mortgage process.
Announcing Own Up
RateGravity is becoming Own Up. We’re thrilled to announce our new name and excited to continue serving homebuyers with a new brand that better represents our company’s values and mission.
An Interview With Keller Williams Andover CEO Michael Hvizda
As with superheroes, an agent’s origin story often tells of struggle that led to growth. We recently spoke with Michael Hvizda, the CEO of Keller Williams Andover, about his entrepreneurial beginnings, including the failures that enabled him to thrive.
A Chat with Own Up Advisor, Former Massachusetts Commissioner of Banks
Read more about what we learned when we had a brief sit down Q&A with David Cotney, who is on our Board of Advisors.
5 Things I Learned from Jonathan Cheever
When we decided to sponsor Jonathan, we were excited to be a supporter of his Olympic journey because of his strong Massachusetts roots and the clear love of his home.