Bob Broeksmit on MBA Advocacy, Priorities in New Administration
WASHINGTON–“In this whirlwind of dramatic change–whether a slew of executive orders or landmark legislation coming down the road, MBA is not hanging back and waiting to see how this will play out,” said Mortgage Bankers Association President and CEO Bob Broeksmit, CMB, at the MBA National Advocacy Conference April 8.
HUD Secretary Scott Turner: The Status Quo Is Not Good Enough
WASHINGTON–Department of Housing and Urban Development Secretary Scott Turner outlined some of his philosophy regarding his new role during the Mortgage Bankers Association’s National Advocacy Conference April 8.
Auction.com Reports Buyers’ Optimism Grows
Auction.com, Irvine, Calif., released its 2025 Buyer Insights Report, finding 64% of buyers of distressed properties at auction expect their purchases to increase in 2025, up from 60% in 2024 and 54% in 2023.
Sen. Elizabeth Warren: ‘Nothing Gets Better if We Don’t Build More Housing’
WASHINGTON–Sen. Elizabeth Warren, a Democrat from Massachusetts, took to the stage during the Mortgage Bankers Association’s National Advocacy Conference April 8, emphasizing the challenges of the housing industry in the U.S. and advocating for bipartisan work and creativity in solving those impediments.
Chart of the Week: MOVE Volatility Index and Mortgage-Treasury Spread
Market volatility, both in equity and bond markets, increased sharply this week because of the serial surprises with respect to the direction of U.S. tariff policy.
FHA Further Extends Foreclosure Moratoriums for Borrowers Affected by Hurricanes Helene, Milton
The Federal Housing Administration on Tuesday published Mortgagee Letter 2025-10, further extending the foreclosure moratoriums for areas affected by Hurricanes Helene and Milton through July 10, 2025.
