According to a report from the Urban Institute, the value of the housing market, housing affordability, and availability of credit are all on the rise.
Read More »Which Capitals have the Most Livability?
Based on affordability, economic well-being, quality of education and health, and quality of life, which state capitals topped the list and which lagged behind the rest?
Read More »Rates Spike While FICO Scores Decline
The latest report from Ellie Mae shows that purchase and refinance closing rates slightly decreased while 30-year rates have increased.
Read More »The Week Ahead: Will Affordability Remain a Concern?
How will affordability impact existing home sales and inventory in the National Association of Realtors January report?
Read More »Fannie Mae Reports Strong Q4 and 2016 Earnings
The GSE is expected to pay the Department of the Treasury a $5.5B dividend next month.
Read More »The Growing Divide Between Affordability and Availability
Lower-income properties are becoming less affordable than higher-end ones, making it more difficult for potential homebuyers to find the right fit.
Read More »Timing is Key for Economic Growth
A decrease in the unemployment rate, rise in home sales, and job growth have caused optimism in the housing market.
Read More »Substantial Growth on the Origination Front
One report found that over 326,300 new loans originated for borrowers with low-credit, which is a year-over-year increase of 9.5 percent.
Read More »Home Sales Pick up Speed
Home prices, sales, and speed-of-sale saw a big jump throughout the country while inventory continued to drop.
Read More »Rising Rates Detrimental to Affordability
With mortgage rates and home values on the rise, home buyers are expected to contribute approximately 15.8 percent of median monthly income towards their mortgage payment.
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