Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA)

MBA RIHA updated report notes 'housing supply is being impacted by increased life expectancy'

Purchase acquisition volume increased to $80 billion in the third quarter from $74.5 billion in the second quarter.

As lock-in effects persist, an era of concentrated demand among first-time homebuyers overlaps with an era of increasing unaffordability.

While monthly principal, interest, and property tax obligations are up an average 15-17% since the beginning of 2020, the average monthly property insurance payment is up a staggering 52% over that same period.

Panelists at MBA's annual event agree GSEs have neglected to facilitate mandatory adoption of new credit scoring models, set to take effect in the fourth quarter of 2025.

Fannie, Freddie, and HUD revive key announcements, rolling out expanded appraisal waivers and transparency initiatives