Major U.S. Banks Post Solid Q2 Profits Amid Economic Uncertainty

MPA, July 16, 2025-Candyd MendozaSome of the largest US banks reported stronger-than-expected second-quarter profits on Tuesday, pointing to resilience in corporate activity and consumer spending. However, caution remains as interest …

Foreclosure Red Flags: Legal Inquiries Hit Highest Level Since 2020

MPA, July 15, 2025-Candyd MendozaForeclosure-related legal inquiries surged nearly 30% year over year in Q2 2025, signaling mounting financial pressure on US households amid persistent debt and growing inflation anxiety.Click …

Uptick in CPI Inflation Complicates Case for Rate Cuts

National Mortgage News, July 15, 2025-Colin McNamaraInflation continued to rise in June, driven by rising costs of housing and suggesting the Trump administration’s emerging tariff policy is beginning to impact …

It’s Not All Bad for Buyers

The Housing Scene, July 14, 2025-Lew SichelmanThere comes a time when the buy-or-wait choice is not really a choice at all. Maybe that first baby–or the fourth–is on the way; …

Fannie, Freddie Change Rules for Contributions, Incentives

National Mortgage News, July 14, 2025-Bonnie SinnockRecent updates to secondary-market rules for interested party contributions and incentives mean lenders will have to pay more attention to how they use certain …