A survey of banks and credit unions showed that despite rising regulatory pressures, regulatory compliance and risk management concerns are actually declining.
Read More »A New Chapter: Predicting the Market Under Trump
Part two in a three-part series for MReport on the potential effect of Donald Trump's presidency on the housing industry. This installment examines what certain corners of the housing market might possibly look like under the new administration.
Read More »What Will Mortgage Rates Do Now?
Mortgage rates have been near record lows for months. Will they start heading back up now that the presidential election has been decided?
Read More »Housing Affordability Takes a Hit
The share of both new and existing homes sold during the third quarter that were affordable to families earning the median income dropped off slightly. What was behind the decline?
Read More »There’s No Place Like Home for Homeowners
A sweeping look at homeowner migration patterns across the country shows homeowner mobility has been declining steadily over the past three decades. What are the implications for the market?
Read More »‘Buyer Remorse’ Over Lender Choice Sets in for Some
A recent survey found that a higher-than-expected share of buyers said they were regretting their lender choice. What did they cite as the source of their dissatisfaction?
Read More »Is a December Rate Hike Off the Table?
Analysts are not so sure now that the Fed will raise rates in December, which had been widely forecasted prior to the presidential election.
Read More »Crisis is Over, but Credit Blemishes Linger
Millions of Americans have a negative event on their credit record years after the crisis, which is preventing them from borrowing for a mortgage and hindering the housing market, according to one analysis.
Read More »A New Chapter: The Trump Effect on Regulation
Part one in a three-part series for MReport on the potential effect of Donald Trump's presidency on the housing industry. This installment examines the effect from a regulatory standpoint, including Trump's plans for Dodd-Frank and HUD.
Read More »Headwinds Descending on Housing Market
Prospective homebuyers faced a challenging housing market during the third quarter. What exactly were they up against?
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