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Fed Chair Candidate: U.S. is ‘Way Behind’ the Curve on Lowering Interest Rates
National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett, a leading contender to be nominated as Fed Chair, said the Federal Reserve is not cutting interest rates quickly enough, even though the nation’s...
Fair Market Rents Show Significant Rise in Largest Metros
While fair market rent increases can cause a strain on consumers, rising incomes can help mitigate the impact, analysts say. The post Fair Market Rents Show Significant Rise in Largest Metros...
It’s a Buyer’s Market: U.S. Housing Market Has More Sellers Than Buyers
A new report from Redfin says that there are more than half a million more home sellers than homebuyers, creating a buyers' market nationwide. It's the largest gap in records dating back to...
NAR Report: High Mortgage Rates Steer Homebuyers Toward All-Cash Purchases
For the last three years, more than a quarter of all home sales nationwide involved all-cash buyers who did not require a mortgage The post NAR Report: High Mortgage Rates Steer Homebuyers Toward...
The Future of Non-QM Lending
Non-QM Loans have evolved from a niche product to an important pathway for homeownership in an evolving market. The post The Future of Non-QM Lending first appeared on The MortgagePoint.
Optimism Meets Reality in Affordable Housing
As optimism grows for expanded access and development, rising costs, regulatory uncertainty, and widening shortages challenge affordable housing leaders heading into the new year. The post...
The Cost of Readiness: Scaling AI Without Losing the Human Touch
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Pricing Perils, AI, and the Growing Risks to Property Preservation
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Fed Quietly Restarts Treasury Purchases Alongside Rate Cut
The Federal Open Market Committee said it believed the Fed's reserve balances had declined to "ample levels," and that it would start buying short-term U.S. Treasuries "on an ongoing basis." The...
Pricing Pressures and Technology’s Role in Field Services
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How AI Can Help Mortgage Default Law Firms Work Smarter and Stay Compliant
Mortgage default firms are cautious but increasingly curious about AI. Here's how technology can streamline workflows while maintaining strict compliance. The post How AI Can Help Mortgage Default...
Luxury Home Market Shows Varied Selling Speeds, Mixed Pricing
According to Realtor.com, national luxury home prices softened in November, while selling speeds varied widely by metro, reflecting a market increasingly shaped by local conditions. The post...
Experts Offer Strategies to Boost Home Equity
With home price growth expected to cool in 2026, experts outline strategies homeowners can use to strengthen their equity position. The post Experts Offer Strategies to Boost Home Equity first...
Freddie Mac CRT Issuance Was Nearly $5.1B in 2025
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Using AI to Strengthen Compliance and Efficiency in Property Preservation
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How Property Preservation Firms Are Realigning for 2026
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Litigation Trends, FAPA Risks, and the Future of Default Law
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Fed Chair Contender: Trump’s Views Don’t Outweigh Committee
Chair contender Kevin Hassett said in an interview that the members of the The Federal Open Market Committee could say no to President Donald Trump's views if they chose. The post Fed Chair...
Home Prices Surge in Rural Counties, Outpace Top Urban Areas
According to a Realtor.com analysis, home prices in rural counties have surged far faster than in major metro areas over the past six years, driven by migration and affordability dynamics. The...