Most lenders charge hefty fees because we have to hold the loans for long term (unless our government loosens up in the future which I doubt).

1. loosen up my parameters a bit when it comes to numbers.2.

And yet attempts to loosen regulations for residential neighborhoods — scaling back parking requirements, bringing homes closer to sidewalks, and allowing multi-units on R-1 lots— have gone about as smoothly as rush-hour on the 405.

“Fannie Mae’s new Refi Now option will help more homeowners refinance by removing some of those barriers, improving affordability and promoting sustainable ownership.”The programs aim to expand refi access by lowering costs and loosening some eligibility requirements.

Now, lose the fear, loosen the shackles, and turn off the machines. 

during the "boom" times but COVID has loosened everything up and now 5% can be had in Manhattan, 6%-7% in Brooklyn and even 8% in the Bronx.

I'm surprised I haven't seen more in person events with restrictions loosening. 

Natural wood will expand and contract under the paint which causes it to loosen and peel.

Our inventory has loosened a bit so more buyers are getting into houses.

Our employees love it because it allows them the freedom to take mental health days, personal development/fun days, and/or be present at important events in their kids/familys life.It's interesting to watch how much more productive people are when the constraints of M-F, 9-5, 50 weeks/yr are loosened up a bit.