ICE Mortgage TechnologyTM, part of Intercontinental Exchange, Inc., announced the results of the 2022 Borrower Insights Survey. Reports show that the COVID pandemic has transformed the home buying market permanently and drastically, changing the way borrowers use technology and what they expect from a lender. Consumers are relocating to find more space and to work ...
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Rising unemployment and limited housing support are leaving millions of Americans priced out of homes and living with family, according to new data from the Harvard Joint Center for Housing...
Fannie Mae’s latest updates shift focus from credit scores to a comprehensive evaluation of borrower risk factors, while offering enforcement relief for certain undisclosed non-mortgage debt. The...
The greatest days of the year to buy a home are highlighted in ATTOM's annual report, and according to the survey, two late-year months feature the lowest premiums for buyers and the best overall...
Freedom Mortgage CEO Stan Middleman sees opportunity ahead if the industry can shake off complacency, manage risk, and prepare for AI’s deflationary impact on jobs and rates. The post Sidebar With...
Even as national affordability inches upward, a new report reveals how unevenly housing burdens are felt across various U.S. cities. The post Where Are America’s Most House-Poor Cities? first...
In this installment of Counsel’s Corner, Anna Lin reflects on her rise from law student to firm president, her philosophy of gratitude and authenticity, and what it takes to thrive in New York’s...
A new study from First American revealed that equity gains are continuing to build long-term wealth, even as many U.S. households weigh whether to rent or buy. The post Homeownership Still Pays...
While markets once anticipated another rate cut in December, shifting data, a prolonged government shutdown, and mixed Fed messaging have shaken that confidence. The post Fed’s December Rate Cut...
According to a recent LendingTree study, if American homeowners refinance their properties at the best rate available, they may be able to save more than $50,000 on their current mortgage. The...
A new Redfin survey revealed that Americans are less likely to make a major purchase due to the government shutdown, with many reporting the shutdown has had a negative impact on their life. The...
The compliance extension covers FHA-insured multifamily housing and other federally supported programs as HUD reviews nearly 100 public comments on its energy code adoption. The post HUD Extends...
Industry leaders and economists warn that President Trump’s proposed 50-year mortgage could saddle borrowers with lifetime debt, higher interest costs, and delayed home equity growth. The post...
More than 45 House Republicans joined major insurance associations in urging FHFA Director William Pulte to withdraw new guidance restricting Actual Cash Value homeowners’ policies for federally...
Despite a slight decline in U.S. mortgage rates, a new Redfin report showed that homes are selling at the slowest pace for this time of year since 2019—representing the smallest increase in four...
“Commercial and multifamily borrowing has now increased for five straight quarters on both a quarterly and annual basis,” said Reggie Booker, MBA’s Associate VP of Commercial/Multifamily...
New data from Realtor.com showed that Miami, New York, and Los Angeles lead in interest migration as Canada remains the top source of international traffic despite a declining share. The post...
The Affordable Housing Program grants will fund 53 projects and more than 3,700 homes across Texas, Louisiana, Arkansas, Mississippi, Colorado, and New Mexico. The post FHLB Dallas Awards $73.5M...
A new Redfin analysis finds that for the first time since 2019, more Americans are fleeing high-flood-risk areas than moving in, driven by soaring insurance rates, rising home costs, and climate...
By lowering affordable housing targets for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, the FHFA could block as many as 177,000 families from achieving homeownership, advocates say. The post Consumer, Civil Rights...
Upon completion of the sale, MCS will continue to operate the MCS Commercial, MCS Residential, and MCS Government Services businesses, along with the associated sub brands of each of those...
