Home Equity Lending News, April 5, 2025-John LevonickA new rule for automated valuation models is set to reshape how depository and non-bank lending institutions oversee AVM usage on closed-end second …
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Stable Mortgage Rates Meet Cautious Homebuyers
MPA, April 4, 2025-Candyd MendozaMortgage rates inched lower this week, offering potential relief to buyers entering the spring housing market. Yet, despite improved affordability on paper, economic concerns continue to …
MBA Calls On VA, Congress To Assist Veteran Homeowners At Risk Of Foreclosure
National Mortgage News, April 4, 2025The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced on Thursday that it will discontinue a mortgage-assistance program aimed at helping veterans avoid foreclosure. However, the …
Office Fit-Out Costs Surge Amid Inflation and Material Price Increases
Globe St., April 4, 2025-Kristen SmithbergAs the office sector works to regain its central role in the commercial real estate market, fit-out costs have increased over the past year, according …
As Mortgage Rates Continue to ‘Tick Down,’ Here’s What 4 Pros Say Will Happen Next
MarketWatch, April 4, 2025-Alisa WolfsonFreddie Mac data released Thursday shows mortgage rates dipped slightly. But what’s in store for homebuyers in the next month — and year?Click here for more
Manhattan’s Luxury Housing Market Just Saw its Best First Quarter in 6 Years
New York Post, April 3, 2025-Emily DavisThe stock market may be down, but Manhattan’s ultra-luxury residential market is looking better than it has since the pandemic.Click here for more
Tornado Map Shows 8 States Hit As Trains Derailed and Homes Destroyed
Newsweek, April 3, 2025-Joe EdwardsEight states have been struck by tornadoes and severe storms this week, leaving at least one person dead and multiple injured. The storms derailed train carriages …
Mortgage Rates Move Lower on Tariff Uncertainty
National Mortgage News, April 3, 2025-Brad FinkelsteinMortgage rates moved a single basis point lower this week as the markets geared up for President Trump’s “Liberation Day” tariff announcement.Click here for …
More Homes Are Finally Hitting the Spring Market. Will Buyers Take the Plunge?
NPR, April 3, 2025-Laurel WamsleyIt’s springtime, and “For Sale” signs are popping up in front of homes across the country.Click here for more
Survey: Home Insurance Rates Rise for Most Policyholders in 2024
HousingWire, April 3, 2025-Jonathan DelozierTwo-thirds of U.S. homeowners saw their insurance rates increase in 2024, according to a recent survey by ValuePenguin.Click here for more (subscription)