FHA
The long tail of loss mitigation is now coming into view as FHA’s post-pandemic relief tools give way to repeat defaults, exhausted options, and a swelling foreclosure pipeline
New Experian data shows rising late-stage mortgage delinquencies are signaling emerging credit stress for originators, even as HELOC performance remains relatively stable
Mass terminations across the federal government expected to hit federal mortgage insurer
Conventional delinquency rates remain historically low while FHA and VA delinquency rates grow
The proposed changes reduce acceptable rental income history from two years to 12 months, among other expansions of FHA guidelines
The GSEs increased affordable housing outreach by $180 million last year.
VA loans are also unpopular for incorrectly skeptical agents
Limited staffing at HUD and USDA may cause delays in FHA, VA, and reverse mortgages, impacting home buyers and the broader housing market.
Can now extend the term from 360 months to 480 months.
31.4% of U.S. home purchases were paid with all cash in July.