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Former economic leaders Cohn and Summers warn on U.S. fiscal path
Top economists Gary Cohn and Lawrence Summers discuss U.S. fiscal challenges, warning about inflation and federal debt sustainability.
Down payments have leveled off as the housing market cools
The typical down payment was $30,400 — about $500 more than the previous quarter and roughly flat from a year earlier.
Homeownership dreams clash with retirement goals for Millennial investors
A new study from the Nationwide Retirement Institute found that 58% of Millennial investors feel they have to choose between homeownership and retirement security as housing prices continue to rise faster than wages.
Ardley launches Ardley OneLink for personalized mortgage offers
Ardley’s OneLink delivers personalized mortgage offers instantly, boosting conversion rates for lenders and servicers.
Senators introduce legislation to shield seniors from financial exploitation
The Financial Exploitation Prevention Act gives financial institutions tools to combat senior fraud, addressing the $1.9 billion annual loss.
CrossCountry Mortgage doubles down on non-QM loans with $1B funding
CrossCountry HoldCo, the parent company of retail lender CrossCountry Mortgage (CCM), has partnered with a fund from Ares Alternative Credit and Hildene Capital Management to expand its nonagency mortgage asset management arm.
Compass buys Anywhere Real Estate for a combined 340,000 agents
Compass beneftis from Anywhere’s diversified revenue streams, bolstering its existing title operation and adding relocation services.
New York and DC homeowners set for biggest savings from SALT cap hike
The change, part of President Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill Act,” raised the deduction limit from $10,000 to $40,000.
