New construction activity rolled onward in November, as a rise in homebuilder sentiment looks to even the supply to demand imbalance in 2022.
Read More »Freddie Mac Survey: Ripples From the Fed Announcement
Federal Reserve Board Chair Jerome Powell has reinforced the Fed’s intent to accelerate its tapering actions, resulting in an upward climb in mortgage rates. Here’s what else Freddie Mac’s latest Mortgage Market Survey reveals.
Read More »Lenders Reported Less Demand Across All Loan Types
As interest rates rise, demand for both purchase and refinance mortgages begin to wane.
Read More »Majority of Americans Struggling With Housing Payments
Many are finding themselves sacrificing meals, scraping by, and getting additional jobs in order to afford housing payments in the U.S.
Read More »Shelley Leonard Appointed President of UniversalCIS, Credit Plus
Business technology executive added as President and Board member following the merger of two renowned service providers.
Read More »Mortgage Applications Decline Week-Over-Week
After showing signs of gains, mortgage application volume fell this week, led by a slight drop-off in refi volume.
Read More »The Best Tiny Home Markets in the Nation
Demand has accelerated for this unique way of living, as both first-time home buyers and property investors are seeking to take advantage of affordability.
Read More »loanDepot Appoints Bill Wied SVP and CTO
Digital expert joins company's leadership to attract top technology talent, while fostering a strong culture of innovation and technical excellence.
Read More »Industry Reacts: Biden Nominates Thompson for FHFA Director
President Joseph R. Biden has nominated Sandra L. Thompson to the serve as the Director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA). Thompson has been serving as the Acting Director since June 2021. “Thompson has over four decades ...
Read More »Rate Locks Down Nearly 5% Overall in November
The latest Originations Market Monitor from Black Knight Inc, shows a big slowdown in momentum in November as rate lock volumes fell across the board, driven by rate/term refinance originations dropping ...
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