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Commercial/Multifamily Mortgage Debt Up 1.1% During Q3 2025
Commercial banks held the largest share (37%) of commercial/multifamily mortgages at $1.8 trillion. Continue Reading Commercial/Multifamily Mortgage Debt Up 1.1% During Q3 2025
White House Dropping Plans for 50-Year Mortgage
“I think we have other priorities,” said FHFA Director Bill Pulte. Continue Reading White House Dropping Plans for 50-Year Mortgage
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Mortgage Rates Drop to Lowest Level of 2025
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.15% as of Dec. 31. Continue Reading Mortgage Rates Drop to Lowest Level of 2025
reAlpha Mortgage Launches Loan Officer Recruitment Program
“This program was built around what experienced originators consistently ask for: clarity, support, and fewer operational obstacles,” said CEO Jamie Cavanaugh. Continue Reading reAlpha Mortgage Launches Loan Officer Recruitment Program
HUD Secretary Turner: 50-Year Mortgage Plan Needs More Research
Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Scott Turner declined to endorse President Trump’s proposal of a 50-year mortgage plan to help reanimate the housing market, stating the idea needed to be studied further before being put forth as a solution to the...
NewDay USA Debuts Product That Covers Closing Costs for Veterans and Servicemembers
NewDay USA said this new product will allow veterans to “compete like cash buyers and close in as few as 15 days.” Continue Reading NewDay USA Debuts Product That Covers Closing Costs for Veterans and Servicemembers
Robinhood Teams with Sage Home Loans on New Mortgage Offer
The new offer was first piloted during the summer to a small group of Robinhood Gold subscribers. Continue Reading Robinhood Teams with Sage Home Loans on New Mortgage Offer
Mortgage Rates Drop for Fourth Straight Week
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.17% as of Oct. 30. Continue Reading Mortgage Rates Drop for Fourth Straight Week
Median Monthly Housing Payment in Biggest Decline Since Last November
Redfin attributed the lower payment level to declining mortgage rates. Continue Reading Median Monthly Housing Payment in Biggest Decline Since Last November
Mortgage Application Activity Rebounds After 4 Weeks in Decline
The Refinance Index increased by 9% and was also 111% higher than the same week one year ago. Continue Reading Mortgage Application Activity Rebounds After 4 Weeks in Decline
Report: Prosecutor Warns Mortgage Fraud Case Against Sen. Schiff Lacks Viable Evidence
A news report is claiming the Trump administration’s attempt to bring a mortgage fraud indictment against one of its most vocal critics, Sen. Adam Schiff (D-CA), has stalled due to a perceived lack of viable evidence needed to bring the case to trial. MSNBC, sourcing...
Letitia James Seeks to Dismiss Mortgage Fraud Case, Citing Legality of Trump-Picked Prosecutor
James was indicted on two felony charges of bank fraud and making false statements to a financial institution. Continue Reading Letitia James Seeks to Dismiss Mortgage Fraud Case, Citing Legality of Trump-Picked Prosecutor
Mortgage Rates Are Falling Again
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.19% as of Oct. 23. Continue Reading Mortgage Rates Are Falling Again
Mortgage Application Activity Declines for Fourth Straight Week
The Refinance Index increased by 4% and was 81% higher than the same week one year ago. Continue Reading Mortgage Application Activity Declines for Fourth Straight Week
Forecast: Single-Family Mortgage Origination to Reach $2.2 Trillion in 2026
“We expect that home sales will increase in 2026,” said Mike Fratantoni, MBA’s chief economist. Continue Reading Forecast: Single-Family Mortgage Origination to Reach $2.2 Trillion in 2026
