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New White House Executive Orders Skirt Civil Rights Laws in its Claim to Promote...
The National Fair Housing Alliance® (NFHA™) is expressing its deep concern regarding two executive orders issued by the Trump Administration last week that claim to promote access to mortgage credit and remove regulatory barriers to spur the development of affordable homes.
National Housing Conference announces new Board appointments and returning members, strengthening expertise and leadership
The National Housing Conference (NHC) announces the appointment of four new members to its Board of Governors,
February New Home Purchase Mortgage Applications Increased 0.9 Percent
The Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) Builder Application Survey (BAS) data for February 2026 shows mortgage applications for new home purchases increased 0.9 percent from
Mortgage Credit Availability Increased in February
Mortgage credit availability increased in February according to the Mortgage Credit Availability Index (MCAI), a report from the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) that analyzes data from ICE
Affordability Posts Mild Gains in Second Half of 2025 but Crisis Continues
Though new and existing homes remain largely unaffordable, the needle moved slightly in the right direction in the second half of 2025, according to the latest data from the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)/Wells Fargo Cost of Housing Index
Mortgage Application Payments Increased in January
Homebuyer affordability declined in January, with the national median payment applied for by purchase applicants increasing to $2,070 from $2,025 in December. This is according to the
Mortgage Delinquencies Increase in the Fourth Quarter of 2025
The delinquency rate for mortgage loans on one-to-four-unit residential properties increased to a seasonally adjusted rate of 4.26 percent of all loans outstanding at the end of the fourth
Mortgage Credit Availability Increased in January
Mortgage credit availability increased in January according to the Mortgage Credit Availability Index (MCAI), a report from the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) that analyzes data from ICE Mortgage Technology
OCBC Home Loan Rates: A Complete Guide for Homebuyers in Singapore
Purchasing a home is one of the biggest financial decisions you’ll make in your life, and securing the right mortgage is essential to make that dream a reality.
Builder Sentiment Loses Ground at Start of 2026
Builder confidence moved lower to start the year as affordability concerns continue to weigh heavily with buyers, and builders continue to contend with rising construction costs. Builder confidence in the market for newly built single-family homes fell
Mortgage Application Payments Decreased in December
Homebuyer affordability improved slightly in December, with the national median payment applied for by purchase applicants decreasing to $2,025 from $2,034 in November. This is according
The Hidden Challenges Behind Property Transactions in Hackney
Hackney has built a reputation as one of London’s most dynamic and desirable boroughs. Its mix of period homes, modern developments, green spaces, and cultural appeal continues to attract buyers from across the capital and beyond. On the surface, property transactions here can appear straightforward, driven by strong demand and long-term popularity.
Restb.ai debuts industry’s first computer vision solutions to simplify UAD 3.6 appraisals ahead of...
Move advances appraisal modernization, helping lenders, AMCs and appraisers prepare for stricter property data rules, speed up
December New Home Purchase Mortgage Applications Increased 2.5 Percent
The Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) Builder Application Survey (BAS) data for December 2025 shows mortgage applications for new home purchases increased 2.5 percent from
HUD’s Federal Housing Administration (FHA) Fulfilled Core Mission in Fiscal Year 2025
The Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) Federal Housing Administration (FHA) released its fiscal year (FY) 2025 annual report covering the financial status of the FHA
MBA Statement on FHFA’s 2026-2028 Enterprise Housing Goals
MBA’s President and CEO Bob Broeksmit, CMB, issued the following statement on the Federal Housing Finance Agency’s (FHFA) 2026-2028 Enterprise Housing Goals final rule for Fannie
Are Refinance Home Loan Rates Going Up or Down?
If you have a mortgage—or are thinking about getting one—this question probably keeps you up at night: Are refinance home loan rates going up or down? It’s a meaningful question, especially if you are considering switching your existing loan to a better package.
Mortgage Application Payments Decreased in November
Homebuyer affordability improved slightly in November, with the national median payment applied for by purchase applicants decreasing to $2,034 from $2,039 in October. This is according to
National Association of REALTORS® Unveils Top 10 Homebuying Hot Spots for 2026
The National Association of REALTORS® unveiled the top 10 homebuying hot spots for 2026 in a new report, Housing Hot Spots for 2026: The Markets Poised for New Buyer Opportunities.
Mortgage Credit Availability Increased in November
Mortgage credit availability increased in November according to the Mortgage Credit Availability Index (MCAI), a report from the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) that analyzes data from ICE
