May prices increased 0.8% year over year, with equity-rich buyers fueling gains in markets like San Francisco while affordability continues to sideline many traditional borrowers
New research finds affordability remains the biggest obstacle, but many future buyers also misunderstand how credit affects mortgage eligibility and pricing
June sales climbed 5.9% from a year earlier as mortgage costs eased, while inventory growth slowed to its weakest pace since late 2023, signaling a more balanced purchase market
Advocacy group's survey finds bipartisan backing for small-dollar mortgages and housing supply measures as the landmark housing bill awaits presidential action
Newrez loan data shows first-time buyers still accounted for nearly half of 2025 purchase originations as home prices and borrower incomes climbed
ICE finds younger buyers making up a growing share of mortgages while alternative down payment sources reach a seven-year high
A look back at the legislation that transformed the American dream, and what history can teach today's mortgage professionals
Redfin survey finds homeowners value the sense of belonging and community that comes with ownership, while buyers gain more negotiating power in today's market
Just 37.6% of nonhomeowner households can afford a typical starter home, according to a recent study by LendingTree
June report points to a more balanced housing market as pending sales climb for a seventh straight month despite mortgage rates holding near 6.5%