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Report: Chicago Mayor Johnson to Propose Property Tax Hike to Fix Budget Gap
The depth and scope of the potential tax increase was not disclosed. Continue Reading Report: Chicago Mayor Johnson to Propose Property Tax Hike to Fix Budget Gap
Dream Finders Homes Acquires Alliant National Title Insurance
The financial terms of the acquisition were not disclosed. Continue Reading Dream Finders Homes Acquires Alliant National Title Insurance
Helene Update: 121 Dead, Millions Without Power Across Southeast
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said power had been restored for 2.32 million customers in his state. Continue Reading Helene Update: 121 Dead, Millions Without Power Across Southeast
FHFA Proposes Rule to Expand Access to Liquidity for the Federal Home Loan Banks
The proposed rule would clarify the terms used by the FHLBanks to determine limits on unsecured credit to counterparties. Continue Reading FHFA Proposes Rule to Expand Access to Liquidity for the Federal Home Loan Banks
Helene Rips Through Southeast, Leaving at Least 25 Dead
More than 4.6 million customers in nine states lost power. Continue Reading Helene Rips Through Southeast, Leaving at Least 25 Dead
Mortgage Rates Take a Small Dip
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.46% as of Aug. 22. Continue Reading Mortgage Rates Take a Small Dip
GSEs Update Private Mortgage Insurer Eligibility Requirements
The updated standards will be implemented through a 24-month phased-in approach, with a fully effective date of Sept. 30, 2026. Continue Reading GSEs Update Private Mortgage Insurer Eligibility Requirements
Fannie Mae: Home Sales to Stay Weak Deep Into 2025
Mortgage rates are not forecast to go below 6% until the end of 2025. Continue Reading Fannie Mae: Home Sales to Stay Weak Deep Into 2025
Mortgage Application Activity Drops, Forbearance Levels Rise
The total share of loans now in forbearance increased to 0.27% as of July 31 Continue Reading Mortgage Application Activity Drops, Forbearance Levels Rise
Mortgage Rates Record Slight Uptick
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.49% as of Aug. 15, up from last week when it averaged 6.49%. Continue Reading Mortgage Rates Record Slight Uptick
Mortgage Application Activity Up Nearly 17%
The Refinance Index increased by a vibrant 35% from the previous week. Continue Reading Mortgage Application Activity Up Nearly 17%
Mortgage Credit Availability at 9-Month High
MBA’s Joel Kan attributed the rise to “increased conventional loan offerings such as ARMs and cash-out refinance loans.” Continue Reading Mortgage Credit Availability at 9-Month High
Tech Trends: How Zillow is Using Artificial Intelligence
An overview of how Zillow is utilizing artificial intelligence. Continue Reading Tech Trends: How Zillow is Using Artificial Intelligence
Mortgage Rates Plunge to Lowest Level in Over a Year
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.47% as of Aug. 8. Continue Reading Mortgage Rates Plunge to Lowest Level in Over a Year
Mortgage Application Activity Up by 7%
The adjustable-rate mortgage share of activity increased to 6.3% of total applications. Continue Reading Mortgage Application Activity Up by 7%













