All eyes have been on the Federal Reserve this year, but for independent mortgage banks, the focus has been on maximizing production and minimizing overhead in the face of higher rates and decreasing margins. In fact, the ability to offer unique and relevant products has helped keep the lights on at many companies. One of these products is non-QM, which will be discussed in a webinar today at 1pm EST hosted by Robbie Chrisman (Hey, that’s me! It’s been fun writing, editing, and publishing this commentary in its entirety the past three weeks with my dad on vacation. I’ve enjoyed hearing from many of you). Webinar panelists will dive into strategies, compliance, how they are performing, and what the future looks like for non-QM. One other current concern in the industry is Ginnie Mae’s Single-Family Applicant and Issuer Financial Eligibility Requirements , which were announced last month and have caused consternation for Ginnie Mae issuers and potential iss
Top Gun Firefighting: Inside the Gaston County program teaching firefighters how to survive
Firefighters from across the U.S. come to Gaston College to attend one of the toughest firefighter training programs in the country. Author: Brandon Goldner Updated: 7:22 AM EST December 28, 2020
DALLAS, N.C. It s considered one of the toughest firefighter training programs in the country, with a waitlist stretching three years and filled with the names of firefighters from as far away as California and Washington State.
The North Carolina Breathing Equipment School, which is held twice a year at Gaston College s Dallas campus, even held the distinction of being named the Top Gun of firefighter schools.