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Home equity cushions homeowners against economic shocks
The latest NMDB report from FHFA shows that 82% of homeowners in America have at least 30% of equity in their homes.
NAMB offers feedback on LO compensation proposal
NAMB’s letter said that the association opposes the current “rigid” interpretation of loan originator compensation regulations.
Zillow fires back against Compass’s claims of ‘irreparable harm’
Zillow stated its intent to oppose Compass’s motion for preliminary injunction and to file a motion to dismiss the suit.
Will mortgage rates settle after the election ends and the Fed meets?
It’s a big week for the U.S. economy as the 2024 election takes place and monetary policymakers are meeting to decide what to do next about interest rates.
2024 Election: Harris and Trump’s competing housing policy visions
Trump v. Harris on housing. There’s more to it than less regulation versus supply-side economics. Here’s our primer on the 2024 election.
The mortgage industry braces for (more) FICO price hikes
In the halls of the Colorado Convention Center on Monday, it was hard not to overhear mortgage bankers gnashing their teeth over the rumored FICO price hikes.
A soft landing for the real estate market. What’s next?
A soft landing is how you end that crazy cycle without the massive pain of a market crash or bubble burst.
Rent growth is slowing, but prices are still near record-highs
“The housing market tends to be ‘downside sticky,’ which means rents don’t typically fall much even when renter demand pulls back,” said Redfin Deputy Chief Economist Taylor Marr.
‘Stop Predatory Investing Act’ introduced by Democrats in the U.S. Senate
Democrats in the U.S. Senate introduced a bill to restrict tax breaks for corporations buying homes, which would affect big investors.
