Single-family mortgage delinquencies edged higher in May while new business acquisitions slowed

New report highlights growing demand for creative financing and first-time buyer solutions

Rocket Mortgage found first-time buyers typically put down 5% in some markets and about 30% in others

First American says limited inventory is keeping prices at historic highs, while luxury homes continue to outperform starter and mid-tier markets

LodeStar says closing costs fell nationally, but borrower expenses still vary widely by state

Rep. Scott Fitzgerald's three-bill housing package would establish a statutory framework for releasing the GSEs while expanding construction lending and easing some TRID compliance requirements

The slowdown comes during the traditionally busy spring selling season, while buyers continue to gain negotiating leverage through concessions and inspections