Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA)

The Senate confirmation lands days after hot inflation reports rattled bond markets, forcing lenders and borrowers to rethink how soon meaningful rate relief could arrive

MBA’s latest survey pointed to renewed refinancing momentum, stronger deal flow, and a major rebound in multifamily originations

New 1,000-loan threshold limits coverage as MBA points to unfinished policy fight

A more complex market is changing how refinance loans are evaluated, priced, and sold

MBA backs move, warning prior policy raised construction costs and restricted financing for new homes

Rates rise across key property types, with CMBS and office exposure driving risk into 2026