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Seth Appleton, Principal EVP, Ginnie Mae, discusses the program that has advanced more than $3 million in funds to servicers since its inception. This story originally appeared in the July edition of MReport

One Texas city reported an increase of more than 200% in contracts and sales during June.

How has COVID-19 impacted what buyers are looking for? Click through to find out.

The Department’s Secretary, Dr. Benjamin Carson, said opportunity zones offer the “revival of economic activity.”

While buyers are heading back to the market, is there enough inventory to meet their needs?

A new report on originations found that the rates for all loans closed in June reported a decline, but lenders are looking for a different type of borrower.

One economist said actions by the Federal Reserve have caused the gap between the 10-year Treasury and mortgage rates to grow well beyond pre-pandemic numbers.

Also coming in the week ahead is a report on new home sales, a webinar by the American Mortgage Diversity Council, and a new episode of DS5: Inside the Industry.

Freddie Mac’s newest survey found sales of homes with accessory dwelling rose more than 4% in 2019.

A new survey revealed fewer people are passing on homeownership. Click through to find out why.