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Demetria Lester
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News Reporter, thefivestar.com
Los Angeles, Dallas
Beats
Biography
Demetria C. Lester is a reporter for Five Star Institute’s MortgagePoint magazine (formerly DSNews and MReport), covering national real estate and mortgage servicing news across the nation’s fastest-growing markets. Specializing in publishing and report development, she analyzes and issues data surrounding current housing and mortgage market figures. She is a former content coordinator and copy editor for the Southern California News Group, where she was responsible for dispersing breaking and local news across 11 publications throughout the SoCal region. Publications edited by Lester included but were not limited to: Los Angeles Daily News, Orange County Register, Long Beach Press-Telegram, Torrance Daily Breeze, Whittier Daily News, San Bernardino Sun, San Gabriel Valley Tribune, Redlands Daily Facts, The Daily Bulletin, Pasadena Star-News, and Riverside Press-Enterprise. Lester is advanced in editing and newspaper/magazine production. Please contact me via email for more inquiries.
Investigative, Political, Crime
Content
By Demetria Lester Verified| DS News Verified According to a new TransUnion global study, the motivations behind consumers monitoring their credit differ, with an estimated 55% of Americans doing so with the goal of opening a new credit account. Research found that three in 10 U.S. consumers, or roughly 30%, monitor their credit to better manage their debt levels, while just 15% seek to improve their credit scores.
By Demetria Lester Verified| DS News Verified There is a severe housing shortage as a result of record-high home prices and rents in addition to record-low for-sale inventories and vacancies, according to a new analysis from the Joint Center for Housing Studies. Research showed that the vast majority of specialists agree that the country's affordability issues stem from this shortfall. Their methods can be used to determine why these estimations differ from one another.
By Demetria Lester Verified| DS News Verified Finances affect nearly every aspect of Americans' lives. With the market having been as volatile as it was, many are anticipating what's to come in 2024. The question remains, exactly: how do Americans feel about homeownership? According to a new survey from Home Bay, homeowners remain more satisfied than renters.
Company Info
thefivestar.com
MortgagePoint is a platform dedicated to the mortgage industry, providing a unified source of information and insights for professionals. It is associated with the Five Star Institute, which has a strong history of supporting mortgage industry experts. In 2023, MortgagePoint Magazine was launched, merging the best elements of DS News and MReport to serve as a comprehensive resource for mortgage professionals. The following year, the MortgagePoint website was introduced, designed to empower users with extensive knowledge about the industry. MortgagePoint focuses on being a hub for news, insights, and networking within the mortgage sector. It recognizes and promotes technological excellence through awards and publications. Trusted by top lenders, servicers, and service providers, MortgagePoint plays a vital role in connecting professionals and fostering collaboration in the mortgage industry.
Dallas, United States
+1 214-525-6700
Founded: 2003