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David G. Paulson to Become CEO at Federal Home Loan Bank of Pittsburgh
Paulson replaces Winthrop Watson, who announced his retirement in April. Continue Reading David G. Paulson to Become CEO at Federal Home Loan Bank of Pittsburgh
Harris Pledges to Build 3 Million New Homes if Elected
The Democratic presidential nominee is only now offering a glimpse into her economic proposals. Continue Reading Harris Pledges to Build 3 Million New Homes if Elected
GOP Lawmakers Question Proposed Freddie Mac Expansion into Second Mortgages
The lawmakers said the proposal would turn Freddie Mac “into a massive consumer loan guarantor.” Continue Reading GOP Lawmakers Question Proposed Freddie Mac Expansion into Second Mortgages
Goldman Sachs Executive Beth M. Hammack to Lead Cleveland Fed
Hammack will succeed Loretta J. Mester, whose tenure ends on June 30. Continue Reading Goldman Sachs Executive Beth M. Hammack to Lead Cleveland Fed
Netflix Releases Trailer of Ryan Serhant Series ‘Owning Manhattan’
The eight-episode series launches June 28. Continue Reading Netflix Releases Trailer of Ryan Serhant Series ‘Owning Manhattan’
A controversial fix for America’s housing market: more foreclosures
Source: Insider --- How many people should lose their homes to foreclosure? In an ideal world, of course, there would be no foreclosures at all. Everyone who buys a home would get one that fits their income and needs, and people would have enough money to make their...
US home buyers in high-cost areas could soon get $1m mortgages with just a 3 percent deposit after caps for federally-backed loans raised – most Americans in less expensive areas eligible for up to $726,000
Source: Daily Mail --- More Americans will be able to obtain a $1 million mortgage than ever before, thanks to action recently taken by government agencies. The Federal Housing Finance Agency announced this week that the cap for home loans backed by Fannie Mae and...
U.S. single-family home prices slow again in September
Source: CNBC --- U.S. single-family home prices slowed further in September as higher mortgage rates eroded demand, closely watched surveys showed on Tuesday. The S&P CoreLogic Case Shiller national home price index dropped 0.8% month-over-month in September....
U.S. to Back $1 Million Mortgages. Affordability Is Still an Issue.
Source: Barron's --- In another sign of the pandemic’s rapid home price appreciation, the government today said it will back mortgages up to about $1.1 million in high-cost areas. The 2023 value limit for most conforming mortgages for one-unit properties will be...
Federal government will back $1 million mortgages for the first time
Source: CBS News --- For the first time, the federal government will back mortgages of more than $1 million, a move that reflects the run-up in home prices across much of the nation. The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) on Tuesday said the maximum size of...
Mortgage market slumps – is this the solution to boost business?
Source: MPA Mag --- Amid a sluggish housing market with a backdrop of inflation, marketing has gained heightened importance as brokers struggle to differentiate themselves in the industry. Now, one marketing expert offers advice on how to go about it. Natalie Mullen...
Mortgage Applications Increase After Dip in Mortgage Rates
Source: Mortgage Orb --- A decrease in mortgage rates resulted in mortgage application volume increasing 2.2% during the week ended November 18. According to the Mortgage Bankers Association’s Weekly Applications Survey, applications for refinances increased 2%...
FHFA Announces Increase Conforming Loan Limit to $726,200
Baseline Conforming Loan Limit Will Increase to $726,200 Washington, D.C. – The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) today announced the conforming loan limit values (CLLs) for mortgages to be acquired by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac (the Enterprises) in 2023. In...
Are You Earning More in Your Savings Than What You’re Paying on Your Mortgage?
Source: The Ascent --- You'll often hear that it pays to pump extra money into your mortgage if you're able to do so. That way, you can pay off your home early and benefit from interest-related savings. But these days, some mortgage borrowers may be earning more...
In tough housing market, mortgage rate buydowns gain momentum
Source: Bankrate --- Amid higher mortgage rates and a cooling housing market, some home sellers are wooing buyers with a freshly popular incentive: paying for a temporary reduction to the buyer’s mortgage interest rate. Why are buydowns popular now? In one common...
