According a recent quarterly report, nearly every metro area in America experienced an increase in home prices during the second quarter of the year. Here’s where prices rose the most.
Read More »HUD Approves Alternate Uses for COVID-19 Relief Funds
HUD Secretary Dr. Benjamin Carson said, “In combatting the novel coronavirus, we have to be responsive to challenges as they arise.”
Read More »Mortgage Industry Reacts to New GSE Refinancing Fee
The fee, the enterprises say, will protect them from losses from low interest rates, related to COVID-19. Some, however, are critical of the timing.
Read More »Freddie Mac Reports Mortgage Rates Are Moving on Up
Even with this week’s uptick, economists suggest low rates still provide a significant boost to the housing market that continues to hold up well during this uncertain time.
Read More »Unemployment Claims Demonstrate ‘Gradual Improvement’
Though nowhere near pre-pandemic numbers, jobless claims are dropping. Learn which state saw the largest decrease, and what one Fannie Mae economist had to say about the numbers.
Read More »Americans Are Moving Due to Pandemic—Here’s Where
A new report reveals that states that have not issued stay-at-home orders are attracting new residents.
Read More »Survey: New Listings Growth Is Key to Market Recovery
Seller confidence has been improving gradually after reaching its bottom in mid-April, experts say, and now it appears to have reached an important recovery milestone.
Read More »Eye on the Industry: Updates on Gateway First, LendingHome
Gateway First Bank in Tulsa, Oklahoma has appointed Jeff Weiner as its Chief Information Officer. In this role, Weiner will be responsible for evaluating Gateway’s existing technologies and ...
Read More »Affordability Gap Has Some Rethinking Homeownership
A recently released report shows America’s affordability gaps keep expanding, leaving American urban shoppers wondering whether buying in their dream city is best.
Read More »Many Americans Don’t Know About Much-Needed Mortgage Relief Programs
A large number of Americans suffering economic difficulties aren't even aware that help is available. This holds even more true for lower-income households.
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