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Remote Mortgage Reporter wanted | $5,000 to $6,667 per month
🕑 Added 2025-08-14 17:45:08 +0000 UTCClick here to learn more about this opportunity
COMPANY/PUBLICATION: NATIONAL MORTGAGE NEWS
Deadline: 14 September 2025
National Mortgage News is a leading trade publication serving professionals in the residential mortgage industry. We deliver in-depth reporting on the market forces, regulations, and innovations shaping the housing finance landscape.
THE ROLE
We are seeking a skilled reporter to join our editorial team on a full-time freelance basis to cover for a staff member on temporary leave. This contract position will run for eight months, with the possibility of long-term employment thereafter.
The successful candidate has experience writing about mortgages. This person knows what Ginnie Mae, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are and understands their roles in the mortgage industry. This person can explain how the bond yield relates to mortgage interest rates. They have contacts at the major nonbank lenders in the field, have experience covering earnings reports and can hit the ground running with story ideas and scoops starting on day one of the gig. This person writes clean, sharp, engaging copy that adheres to AP style.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Report and write daily news stories (400–800 words) in AP style
Cover key topics in the residential mortgage space, including capital markets, federal regulations, originations, and servicing
Deliver timely, accurate reporting under deadline pressure
Monitor industry trends and identify emerging stories
Be available and responsive to fellow team members between 9 am and 5 pm EST, Monday through Thursday
QUALIFICATIONS
Proven experience reporting on housing finance
Strong news judgment and writing skills
Familiarity with the regulatory environment and capital markets related to mortgages
Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines
Existing sources in the mortgage industry
COMPENSATION
Monthly Salary Range: $5000-$6667
Payment Schedule: Paid in two equal installments 15th & last day of the month
Compensation for freelance engagements is determined based on the scope of work, project needs, experience, and location. We encourage applicants to share their rate expectations when applying.
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CONTACT INFORMATION:
Original job posting: Click here
Website: https://www.nationalmortgagenews.com/
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