Tagged: mortgage rates

Redfin has found that contract fallout is climbing, as the housing market faces continued affordability pressures

Realtor.com reports that four years of elevated mortgage rates have boosted inventory, but failed to meaningfully reduce home prices

TransUnion forecasts mortgage originations will continue rising through 2026, as easing rates, improving affordability, and strong consumer demand support purchase activity and a gradual refinance recovery

Affordability in the Golden State edged higher in late 2025, as modest home price declines and easing mortgage rates improved buying power, though most households still remain priced out

Despite ongoing affordability and labor challenges, the National Association of Home Builders forecasts modest single-family construction growth ahead, supported by easing mortgage rates and continued demand for more attainable housing options

New research shows Federal Home Loan Bank liquidity doesn't just stabilize lenders — it translates directly into mortgage originations, small business loans, and community development funding

High mortgage rates, buyer hesitancy, and persistent labor and lot shortages remain the top concerns for home builders, according to a new survey from the National Association of Home Builders

Rick Seehausen has been appointed president of Lenders One to lead origination strategy, expand membership growth, and scale integrated technology solutions across the mortgage ecosystem

The GSE reported $2.8 billion in fourth-quarter net income and $10.7 billion overall for 2025, as lower non-interest income and higher credit provisions tempered earnings despite stable credit performance, portfolio growth, and expanded affordable housing

Texas housing entered 2026 on softer footing, with sales down 8% year-over-year, inventory climbing above balanced-market norms, and price pressures emerging across several major metros despite steady statewide median values