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Economists Less Confident Rates Will Drop Following Fed Decision

After sixth consecutive month with no change, the likelihood of cuts in 2024 feels "more out of reach."

Regulation and Compliance
Home Builders Say Policymakers Have The Power To Ease Affordability

New plan put forth by trade association offers 10 solutions to nation's housing problem

Construction
ARM Applications At Year's Highest So Far, As Rates Fail To Budge

Weekly survey from Mortgage Bankers Association shows decrease in purchase and refinance applications.

Analysis and Data
NAMMBA Founder On Fostering Inclusivity

Thompson discusses the origins of NAMMBA

May 01, 2024
NMP's Gated Communities
Home Price Appreciation Accelerates In February

The latest CoreLogic S&P Case-Schiller Index shows home prices remain resilient amid higher borrowing costs.

Analysis and Data
Non-QM Delinquencies Continue Upward Trend For 2023-Vintage RMBS

Bank statement loans a particular area of weak loan performance, Fitch data show.

Non-QM
Investor Loans
Apr 30, 2024
The Interest
Consumer Confidence Drops To Lowest Level Since 2022

The consumer confidence index fell to 97 in April from March’s 103.1 reading.

Analysis and Data
FHFA Final Rule Released

Rule codifies equitable housing programs, GSE Plans

Regulation and Compliance
Consumers Don't Understand Home Equity Benefits

FirstClose survey shows significant lack of awareness among consumers, but lenders can help.

Analysis and Data