Tagged: Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA)

MBA says economic uncertainty and higher mortgage rates slowed new-home demand, while government-backed loans accounted for more than half of applications

Higher per-loan expenses offset revenue gains while servicing income strengthens overall profitability

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

MBA data shows $443 per-loan profit, with performance improving through midyear before compressing in Q4

New-home mortgage demand rose 11% year over year and surged month over month, signaling continued resilience in builder-driven supply even as rates remain volatile