According to a recent index released by Fannie Mae, optimism in the housing market has hit its highest point in five months. Employment gains, mortgage rates, and home prices will determine whether this surge in confidence will continue.
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In a ruling by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit, attorneys general felt the need to fight for "an independent and effective CFPB."
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One industry expert weighs in on the value of big data and how its streamlined capabilities will strengthen the lending and servicing sectors.
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With national household formations totaling 330,000 in 2016, the homeownership rate for Hispanics is bypassing those of other minority groups.
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Mortgage companies can use technology to help bring their businesses into the 21st century.
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Homes are more likely to become rental properties as they age, according to a report. How does the switch from owner to renter impact home value?
Read More »Housing Prices Lead Recovery, but Permits Still Lag
According to one analysis, the labor market in over 100 metro areas is considered "back to normal." How will this improvement correlate with rising interest rates?
Read More »All Eyes On Affordability
One analysis stated that the housing market is at its least affordable since 2010.
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The consumer sentiment level rose in January, and audiences are showing optimism for their personal finances and the state of the economy.
Read More »EXCLUSIVE: Barney Frank Dismisses Trump Executive Order
Barney Frank, one of the co-authors of the Dodd-Frank Act, told MReport he doesn't expect President Donald Trump's executive order to lead to the end of the signature financial reform law.
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