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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
Powell on Rates: ‘Time Has Come for Policy to Adjust’
Powell acknowledged that the Fed has been and will continue to be open to criticism. Continue Reading Powell on Rates: ‘Time Has Come for Policy to Adjust’
Utah Brokerage Homie Sues NAR, Claiming Organized Boycott
“Homie was subject to both express and tacit boycotts in Utah by incumbent brokerages,” said the lawsuit. Continue Reading Utah Brokerage Homie Sues NAR, Claiming Organized Boycott
FHFA Proposes 2025-2027 Housing Goals for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac
The FHFA will accept comments on the proposed rule within 60 days of publication in the Federal Register. Continue Reading FHFA Proposes 2025-2027 Housing Goals for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac
Mortgage Rates Drop, But Remain Above 7% Mark
“For the fourth consecutive week, the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage hovered above 7%,” said Sam Khater, Freddie Mac’s chief economist. Continue Reading Mortgage Rates Drop, But Remain Above 7% Mark
The New Normal: Monthly Mortgage Payments of $2,000+ a Month
“Just when did the $2,000 monthly mortgage payment become the norm?” said Black Knight Vice President of Enterprise Research Andy Walden. Continue Reading The New Normal: Monthly Mortgage Payments of $2,000+ a Month
Redwood Trust Announces Launch of Home Equity Investment Platform
“Redwood has a history of bringing innovative solutions to the non-Agency housing market and we are thrilled to begin directly offering HEI,” said Christopher Abate, CEO of Redwood. Continue Reading Redwood Trust Announces Launch of Home Equity Investment Platform
Ouch! Mortgage Application Activity Sinks to 27-Year Low
“Both purchase and refinance applications fell, with the purchase index hitting a 28-year low,” said MBA’s Joel Kan. Continue Reading Ouch! Mortgage Application Activity Sinks to 27-Year Low
Today’s Housing Market: More Mortgages, Higher Prices, Fewer Delinquencies
“The national mortgage delinquency rate remained at a historic low in June,” said Molly Boesel, principal economist for CoreLogic. Continue Reading Today’s Housing Market: More Mortgages, Higher Prices, Fewer Delinquencies
Mortgage Rates Drop, But Still Above 7%
“Recent volatility makes it difficult to forecast where rates will go next,” said Sam Khater, Freddie Mac’s chief economist. Continue Reading Mortgage Rates Drop, But Still Above 7%
Core Specialty Insurance Holdings Enters the Mortgage Reinsurance Market
The company will provide excess of loss reinsurance on selected Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae mortgages. Continue Reading Core Specialty Insurance Holdings Enters the Mortgage Reinsurance Market
Mortgage Application Activity Up for First Time in Five Weeks
The refinance share of mortgage activity increased to 30.1% of total applications from 29.5% the previous week. Continue Reading Mortgage Application Activity Up for First Time in Five Weeks
Integro Bank, a Phoenix-Based Community Bank, Creates a Mortgage Division
Integro Bank is a single-branch community bank with $42.6 million in assets. Continue Reading Integro Bank, a Phoenix-Based Community Bank, Creates a Mortgage Division
MBA Open Doors Foundation Reports Helping More Than 15,000 Families Since 2012
The Foundation first partnered with Children’s National Medical System in Washington, D.C., in 2012. Continue Reading MBA Open Doors Foundation Reports Helping More Than 15,000 Families Since 2012













