Tagged: purchase applications

Refi share eases, FHA refinances gain ground while purchase activity holds steady

Refi apps claim largest portion in months as ARMs see 25% spike

From FHA delinquencies to high refi potential — but low retention rates — ICE analysts outline housing market’s complexities

Refinance activity claims highest share in months, MBA reports

Both purchase and refinance activity fall, despite inventory increases in many areas

Purchase and refinance activity stall; VA refinances reverse prior week’s gain

Purchase demand climbs to highest level since February 2023; VA refis jump 32%

Average refinance loan amount also rises, while purchase activity stays nearly flat

Higher rates, rising geopolitical conflict play a role; FHA refinances drive app activity

Purchase apps still 13% higher than a year ago, despite latest weekly slide