The industry expects fixed mortgages to climb over the coming year but think price growth will slacken, according to a recent survey. What else is in store for housing next year?
Read More »The Growing Appeal of High-End Markets
While the general housing market contends with pricing out new buyers, properties selling for at least $1 million are having no trouble moving.
Read More »The Fed’s MBS Holdings and Housing
The Federal Reserve’s MBS purchases are similar to its Treasury securities holdings, except for one main difference, which results in direct benefits for the housing market.
Read More »HUD Proposes Amendments to AFFH Regulations
Through an amendment to fair housing, HUD plans help states and local communities to effectively promote fair housing choice through the use of their federal funds.
Read More »Outlook Stable for PHH, Says Fitch Ratings
After giving a rating of RPS3 to PHH, the ratings agency said that the servicer’s merger with Ocwen would prove beneficial. Here are some other factors that led to the rating agency giving PHH a ‘Stable’ Outlook.
Read More »Housing Affordability at Its Lowest in a Decade
A recent report found a widening gulf between the income of homebuyers and home prices. What factors have impacted housing affordability this year?
Read More »Combating Credit Invisibility
"No-score borrowers are not the same as "low-score" borrowers, but often get treated as such. Learn how to access this vital buyer demographic. Editor's note: This feature originally appeared in the August issue of MReport, out now.
Read More »The Rise of Million-Dollar Home Markets
Real estate website Zillow is predicting that within a year it will add 23 new metros, mostly in California, to its "$1 Million City List." That means two ...
Read More »How Will BCFP’s Consumer Privacy Amendments Impact Lenders?
The Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection (BCFP) has announced an update in legislation aimed at easing the burden on financial institutions and reducing the risk of consumer confusion. Through Regulation ...
Read More »Eye on the Industry: Updates on Altisource, Churchill Mortgage, and More
From promotions and new appointments to branch expansion and new partnerships, get the latest buzz on the industry in this weekly update. Altisource Portfolio Solutions (Altisource), a provider ...
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