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A Phil Hall Op-Ed: 10 Questions for FHFA’s Bill Pulte
GSE reform, credit scoring policy and conflicts of interest are discussed. Continue Reading A Phil Hall Op-Ed: 10 Questions for FHFA’s Bill Pulte
Trump to Tour Fed HQ
Trump acknowledged it was “highly unlikely” for him to force Powell out “unless he has to leave for fraud.” Continue Reading Trump to Tour Fed HQ
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
Eric W. Price Named President and CEO at NHP Foundation
Price previously served as deputy mayor for planning and economic development in Washington, DC. Continue Reading Eric W. Price Named President and CEO at NHP Foundation
Amy Lessinger to Step Down as RE/MAX President
The Denver-headquartered company did not state why Lessinger was leaving, nor was an interim president appointed. Continue Reading Amy Lessinger to Step Down as RE/MAX President
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
Christine Chandler Sworn in as Mortgage Bankers Association’s 2026 Chairperson
Chandler is the executive vice president and chief operating officer at M&T Realty Capital Corporation. Continue Reading Christine Chandler Sworn in as Mortgage Bankers Association’s 2026 Chairperson
Mortgage Rates Take Another Tumble
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.27% as of Oct. 16. Continue Reading Mortgage Rates Take Another Tumble
New Home Purchase Mortgage Applications Up 2% in September
The average loan size for new homes increased from $374,288 in August to $379,107 in September. Continue Reading New Home Purchase Mortgage Applications Up 2% in September
Mortgage Application Activity Slows Again
The FHA share of total applications increased to 20.5% from 18.5% the week prior while the VA share of total applications dropped to 14.9% from 16.3%. Continue Reading Mortgage Application Activity Slows Again
UWM and Bilt Partner on Rewards Program for Mortgage Payments
“This platform helps brokers win new, high-intent, leads from Bilt’s ecosystem,” said UWM’s Mat Ishbia. Continue Reading UWM and Bilt Partner on Rewards Program for Mortgage Payments
Experian Offers Free VantageScore 4.0 to Mortgage Lenders
“Experian is dedicated to fostering a more competitive mortgage landscape,” said CEO Brian Cassin. Continue Reading Experian Offers Free VantageScore 4.0 to Mortgage Lenders












