Major banking, credit union, and mortgage trade groups are pressing the Trump Administration for immediate regulatory changes to lower mortgage costs and ease first-time buyer affordability pressures
Amid bold policy and product headlines aimed at affordability, mortgage advisors remain essential for translating national proposals into clear, locally relevant guidance that helps borrowers make informed long-term decisions
Longtime First American vice chair and widely respected housing finance leader Kurt Pfotenhauer is remembered for his leadership, public policy influence, and commitment to family and service
MBA data shows new-home mortgage applications rose 2.5% year-over-year in December, signaling resilient demand despite a seasonal slowdown and broader housing headwinds
The Mortgage Bankers Association names veteran government affairs strategist Jeremy Green as vice president of legislative affairs to bolster its advocacy and deepen engagement on Capitol Hill
Lower mortgage rates fueled a sharp rebound in refinance demand and lifted purchase activity nearly 30%, according to MBA’s latest Weekly Applications Survey
U.S. mortgage credit tightened in December, with availability falling across conventional and government-backed loans as lenders pulled back on risk and program offerings
The year 2025 marked a turning point for the industry, exposing outdated models and accelerating a shift toward advisory skills, AI-enabled workflows, early-stage consumer education, and intentional personal branding
The Mortgage Bankers Association appoints veteran nonprofit finance exec as vice president and chief financial officer to lead its financial strategy and operations
FHA’s 2025 MMI Fund report to Congress shows capital strength well above statutory requirements, reinforcing the agency’s capacity to expand access to homeownership while sustaining risk management