HUD continues to work to rush aid to renters and landlords, issuing a new pandemic-related Rule to support families in need and at-risk of eviction.
Read More »New Home Sales on the Rise in July
The Census Bureau and HUD have found new home sales slowing in July, rising slightly over June’s totals, and limited by multiple supply-side headwinds.
Read More »Declining Affordability Suppresses Housing Demand
The Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta has found that affordability has declined for five consecutive months, with the supply of available homes nationwide plummeting to just one month amid continued high demand.
Read More »Rep. Waters Urges Regulatory Prevention of Unnecessary Foreclosures
Two letters written by the Chair of the House Financial Services Committee Maxine Waters request additional oversight to avoid pandemic-related foreclosures.
Read More »Mortgage Rates Shift Slightly Upward
After falling incrementally over the past month, mortgage rates climbed yet remained below the 3% mark for the fifth consecutive week.
Read More »The Week Ahead: Home Valuations and Racial Disparities in Housing
HUD will host a virtual discussion covering President Biden's recent charge on a new initiative designed to decrease the racial housing gap for all.
Read More »White House Continues Shakeup of Housing Regulators
President Biden continues to strengthen housing's regulators, nominating Julia Gordon and Dave Uejio for HUD leadership roles.
Read More »Agencies Asked to Prolong Pandemic Homeowner Protections
Rep. Maxine Waters issues letter requesting extended foreclosure protections as moratoria are set to expire.
Read More »HUD Introduces New Deputy Secretary
Adrianne Todman is sworn in to assist in leading the Department’s continued fight for affordable housing nationwide.
Read More »Low Inventory Drives Down Mortgage Apps
As the nation continues to struggle to keep up with housing demand, more Americans are deciding to ride out the storm and not give into exorbitant prices on limited inventory.
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