Daily Dose

Permits and starts for home construction projects rose in July, according to the latest housing starts survey by the Census Bureau. Will this rise lead to balancing the inventory crunch?

The updated policy is aimed at helping struggling borrowers in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Island impacted by Hurricanes Irma and Maria. See what the FHA said to mortgage servicers and lenders about this policy.

From inventory shortages to increasing costs a webinar looked at how the housing market was likely to perform in the third quarter of 2018 and next year. Click through for the projections.

The market for purchase loans remained stable in July for the second consecutive month despite rising rates, according to a report on loan originations. See the breakdown of how other loans performed.

Personal debt among Americans is on the rise, according to a recent study of consumer spending habits. Here’s how mortgage loans stack up in the overall average debt of borrowers.

A new survey found a steady decline of homebuyer confidence in the housing market, led by millennials. What’s causing young Americans to pause on their decision to purchase a home?

A new report indicates that despite a rising demand and an increase in jobs in construction, builders are watching out for the impact of tariffs on the affordability of new homes.

Here’s why it is important for lenders to provide a holistic lending experience, not only during the loan application process, but also days or weeks after borrowers submit their loan applications.

In its most recent Survey of Consumer Expectations, the Fed reported that consumers expected slower home price growth in the second half of the year. What did they say about access to credit?

Inventory shortage hit luxury homes, with price growth for high-end properties slowing down in Q2, according to a report. But what factor is helping the wealthiest buyers find their preferred home?