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Cathie Wood Praises FHFA Directive on Cryptocurrencies in Housing Policy
Wood said the FHFA directive “could bolster both crypto and housing significantly.” Continue Reading Cathie Wood Praises FHFA Directive on Cryptocurrencies in Housing Policy
Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of May 19-23
An unholy misuse of eminent domain, a ritzy Los Angeles mansion with a significant stigma, and a Maine broker running for governor. Continue Reading Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of May 19-23
State Farm, in a Reversal, to Renew Los Angeles County Homeowner Policies
“We are putting tens of millions of dollars back into customers’ hands,” the company said. Continue Reading State Farm, in a Reversal, to Renew Los Angeles County Homeowner Policies
Appraisal Foundation Seeks Candidates for Board of Trustees
The board meets twice a year and trustees are reimbursed for travel expenses only. Continue Reading Appraisal Foundation Seeks Candidates for Board of Trustees
Housing and Real Estate Trade Groups Back Scott Turner as Next HUD Secretary
The trade organizations said Turner “understands the value of strengthening public-private partnerships.” Continue Reading Housing and Real Estate Trade Groups Back Scott Turner as Next HUD Secretary
MBA Chief Argues Against Fannie-Freddie Merger
“Competition between Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac has been central to their success in providing liquidity and stability to the mortgage market,” Broeksmit explained. Continue Reading MBA Chief Argues Against Fannie-Freddie Merger
Commercial Mortgage Delinquencies Up During Q2
“The delinquency rate for commercial mortgages increased in the second quarter of 2025 across most major capital sources,” said MBA’s Reggie Booker. Continue Reading Commercial Mortgage Delinquencies Up During Q2
Michigan Credit Union Offers Mortgages at 4.99% Rate
Michigan Legacy has more than $218 million in assets and is designated as a “low-income credit union.” Continue Reading Michigan Credit Union Offers Mortgages at 4.99% Rate
Study: Canadians Re-Evaluating Their Relationships with Lenders
56% of mortgage holders say they will explore refinancing with a different lender when it comes time to renew. Continue Reading Study: Canadians Re-Evaluating Their Relationships with Lenders
Mortgage Rates Drop to 11-Month Low
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.35% as of Sept. 11. Continue Reading Mortgage Rates Drop to 11-Month Low
Mortgage Credit Availability Inched Up During August
“Mortgage credit availability increased slightly in August, driven by a small increase in ARM product offerings, which was similar to what we saw in July,” said MBA’s Joel Kan. Continue Reading Mortgage Credit Availability Inched Up During August
Mortgage Application Activity Up 9.2%
The seasonally adjusted Purchase Index increased 7% from one week earlier but the unadjusted index retreated by 6%. Continue Reading Mortgage Application Activity Up 9.2%
Housing Is Not a Game — It’s the American Dream
For far too long, housing has been reduced to a prop in America’s political theater. It’s the backdrop for campaign rallies, the bullet point slipped into glossy mailers, the soundbite dropped to score applause. But behind every hollow promise, real families are...
Report: 3 Trump Cabinet Members Have 2 Mortgaged Properties with Both Claimed as Primary Residences
“This is just another hit piece from a left-wing dark money group that constantly attempts to smear President Trump’s incredible Cabinet members,” said a White House spokesperson. Continue Reading Report: 3 Trump Cabinet Members Have 2 Mortgaged Properties with Both Claimed as Primary Residences
Multifamily Mortgage Lending Up 17%
More than half (53%) of the active lenders made five or fewer multifamily loans over the course of the year. Continue Reading Multifamily Mortgage Lending Up 17%
