Nationally, house-buying power continues to outpace nominal house price appreciation, researchers say, resulting in some improvement in affordability relative to one year ago. This new report breaks it down locally.
Read More »Shrinking Home Inventory Results in Rising Value
How long can the market sustain the rapid pace of home-value acceleration? New data suggests things could be cooling off soon.
Read More »FHFA Updates on Refi, Foreclosure Prevention Data
Forbearance plans declined between April and May but remain the GSEs' top tool for preventing foreclosure.
Read More »Unemployment Claims Demonstrate ‘Gradual Improvement’
Though nowhere near pre-pandemic numbers, jobless claims are dropping. Learn which state saw the largest decrease, and what one Fannie Mae economist had to say about the numbers.
Read More »Many Americans Don’t Know About Much-Needed Mortgage Relief Programs
A large number of Americans suffering economic difficulties aren't even aware that help is available. This holds even more true for lower-income households.
Read More »Seeking Solutions to the ‘Retirement Crisis’
A columnist discusses America's "retirement crisis" and ways homeownership can help. Click through to read what he suggests.
Read More »Mortgage Credit Availability and Equity Richness on the Rise
A pair of data reports issued today provide further insights into the good news. But will it last?
Read More »Affordable Homes Get a Boost
Several new reports shine light on the state of the market, from affordability and refi activity to forbearances and delinquency rates.
Read More »Numbers of Prospective Homebuyers on the Upswing
How many millennials report that they are actively searching for a new home? Find out how the buyers’ market breaks down.
Read More »Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Report Q2 Boost
The GSEs have posted their Q2 financial reports, with good news mixed in with ongoing impacts from the COVID-10 pandemic. Click through to read the details.
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