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While the “if” and “when” of a recession remain uncertain, the Fannie Mae Economic and Strategic Research Group does forecast one to occur, expected to begin in the first half of 2024—despite increased chances of a “soft landing.”

According to a new report from Redfin, only Western regions are experiencing a drop in asking rents, which are continuing to cool after surging nearly 20% last year.

As economic inflation continues to impact rental prices nationwide, a new study from WalletHub examined the best and worst cities to rent in the U.S., with Midwestern states like North and South Dakota, Kansas, and Iowa topping the list of places with the most affordable rentals.

According to Black Knight's Originations Market Monitor report, overall rate lock volumes were down 1% month-over-month in June, with conforming loans gaining share mainly at the expense of nonconforming loan products.

Rachel Richardson of Rent. examines several major market trends that impact a property’s day-to-day operations, and what to do about them. 

With more than 19 million voucher-eligible households in 2021 but fewer than two million vouchers available across the country's metro areas, Zillow notes that the program needs to be improved and better funded to help more of those in need.

The Bureau’s new rule will provide data on small business lending to give investors and lenders more insight into identifying opportunities that support economic growth.

Elevated mortgage rates continue to accentuate affordability concerns, keeping many prospective buyers out of the market. Meanwhile, the MBA reports application volume slid to close out 2022.

A panel of experts assembled by MReport provides their expert insights and perspectives into what 2023 may bring to the housing market, and whether a market correction is on the horizon.