Analysis and Data

Consumers Expect Both Inflation & Home Prices To Fall

Consumers also more optimistic that household income will grow.

Analysis and Data
Black Knight: Purchase Locks Fell 22% In November

Overall rate lock dollar volume down 21.5% month over month, remaining at the lowest level since February 2019.

Analysis and Data
Home Prices Decelerate Nationwide

Home price gains slowed in September 2022, according to the S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller Indices.

Analysis and Data
Buyer-Seller Stalemate Increases Housing Market Supply

The market may not stay calm for very long, though.

Analysis and Data
Mortgage Credit Availability Increased In November

The Mortgage Credit Availability Index increased, indicating loosening credit.

Analysis and Data
Mortgage Rates Fall For 4th Straight Week

The 4-week decline is the largest since 2008.

Analysis and Data
HouseCanary: Housing Market Declining Sharply

Elevated interest rates paired with housing market seasonality has driven declines in new inventory and listings.

Analysis and Data
Ginnie Mae Has Doubled The Proportion Of VA Loans In Its Portfolio

In report to Congress, agency says VA loans have risen to 45% of its MBS portfolio over 10 years.

Regulation and Compliance
Analysis and Data
More Home Builders Offered Price Cuts, Incentives In November

NAHB says the percentage offering deals remains below 2008 levels.

Analysis and Data
Fannie Mae Home Purchase Sentiment Index Rises For 1st Time In 9 Months

Index increased 0.6 points in November after hitting all-time low in October.

Analysis and Data