On Wednesday, experts met to tackle the question of "What are the obstacles to increasing the residential housing supply?" among other hot topics.
Read More »Mortgage Data Security: Opportunities for Improvement
Board Treasurer of the National Association of Federally-Insured Credit Unions testified on Wednesday before the Subcommittee on Financial Institutions to propose potential solutions Congress can take to aid credit unions dealing with the aftermath of data breaches.
Read More »Millennials Are Being Savvy About Refinancing
Millennials are a lot sharper in their approach to using their money than some might think. It turns out younger borrowers know how, and when, to refinance.
Read More »What Does Lennar’s Billion Dollar Merger Mean for the Market?
Earlier this week the homebuilder announced it was merging with CalAtlantic group—a transaction valued at $9.3 billion. Lennar says this move will have rippling benefits for the market at large.
Read More »Migration Patterns: The States Homeowners are Flocking to
According to a recent report, it’s not just snowbirds that are relocating to enjoy Florida’s sunny weather. See what other states are experiencing an influx of out of state buyers . . .
Read More »A Look Back at Hensarling’s Financial Positions
Hensarling, who currently chairs the Financial Services Committee, announced on Tuesday that he will not seek re-election in 2018. Hensarling has long advocated replacing Dodd-Frank and has often gone been at odds with CFPB Director Richard Cordray.
Read More »Defect Risk Drops—But Not in Hurricane-hit States
The risk of mortgage application defects has dropped across the nation, but in the states ravaged by hurricanes, it seems that trend has gone out the window. A new index shows defects are on the rise in both Florida and Texas.
Read More »U.S. Home Price Gains Seemingly Unstoppable
It’s still a seller's game in every major market, but what’s driving that? And how long can U.S. home prices rise before the juggernaut tips over?
Read More »Freddie Profits Despite Litigation in Q3
A large settlement may have eaten into Freddie Mac’s profits, but the GSE still returned good numbers in Q3‒‒even though its mortgage portfolio is down.
Read More »Top 10 Markets for Homebuyers Considering Simplicity
While they may not boast the large-scale amenities of bigger locations, according to a recent study—these smaller cities offer one key characteristic that potential homebuyers should consider.
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