A new report will give insights into the markets that are seeing home prices rising faster than the national rate and those that are underperforming. Here’s what else is in store in The Week Ahead.
Read More »Welcome to the Machines
AI and machine learning could be transformative for mortgage—if they’re leveraged properly. Editor’s note: This feature originally appeared in the February issue of MReport, out now.
Read More »Good News for First-time Homebuyers
The latest data reflecting a strong labor market despite the prolonged government shutdown could mean good news for housing. Here’s what experts had to say about how the industry could benefit from a tight jobs market.
Read More »“Not Putting Anybody Out of Business,” Says Waters
Maxine Waters, Chairwoman of the House Financial Services Committee, sheds light on how to ensure fair lending practices, the need to uplift the poor, and her thoughts on HUD. Click through to learn more.
Read More »Crapo: “Fix Our Flawed Housing Finance System”
The Senate Banking Committee Chairman has introduced a five-point outline for housing finance reforms. Here’s what the plan is all about.
Read More »Eye on the Industry: A Snapshot of Recent Developments
From new appointments to latest technology deployments, catch the latest news in the mortgage industry in this weekly update.
Read More »Where Do New Home Sales Stand?
The Census Bureau’s first report after the government reopened is unlike other housing indicators released recently. Here’s why.
Read More »Homebuyers Get Hyper-Cautious About Mortgage Rates
Freddie Mac’s latest monthly projection of the housing market gives insights into why buyers are looking at the fluctuations in mortgage rates more closely than ever and the factors that are likely to determine the course of the industry.
Read More »Borrowers Face a Documentation Dilemma
In a snapshot of mortgage-related consumer complaints it receives, the CFPB highlighted areas of improvement for lenders and servicers.
Read More »Joseph Otting Appoints New Chief of Staff
Here’s why the appointment of John Roscoe as FHFA’s Chief of Staff could be a significant move for GSEs under the agency’s conservatorship.
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