National Mortgage Professional, April 10, 2025-Lew SichelmanAccording to a new LendingTree study, California, perhaps the most expensive state in the country when it comes to buying a house, was the …
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What Trump’s Tariffs Mean for Mortgage Rates
Time magazine, April 9, 2025-Rebecca SchneidWith concerns about economic growth and the stock market, investors are seeking the relative safety of the Treasury market, driving equities lower and bond prices …
Survey: One in Three First-Time Homebuyers Regret Purchase
HousingWire, April 8, 2025-Jonathan DelozierA new survey by Guardian Service reveals that many first-time homebuyers regret buying a home and are grappling with unexpected costs and emotional stress, factors that …
Americans Have $35 Trillion in Housing Wealth—and It’s Costing Them
The Wall Street Journal, April 7, 2025-Veronica Dagher and Anne TergesenThe extra half a million dollars seemed to come so easily—on paper, at least.Click here for more (subscription)
U.S. Mortgage Rates Drop to Lowest Since October, Spurring Demand
Bloomberg News, April 9, 2025-Molly SmithU.S. mortgage rates fell to the lowest level since October, spurred by a rally in government bonds in the wake of an escalating trade war …
Remote Work Drop Signals Shift in Rental Market and Housing Trends
Globe St., April 9, 2025-Philippa MaisterThe number of renters working from home is steadily declining, signaling a significant shift in the residential and remote work markets.Click here for more (subscription)
Live Blog: Politicians Talk GSE Reform, Tax Bill and More at MBA Advocacy
HousingWire, April 8, 2025-Sarah WolakHousingWire was in the nation’s capital this week for the Mortgage Bankers Association‘s annual Advocacy conference. Headliners this year include HUD Secretary Scott Turner, Sen. Thom …
This Expert Thinks CRE Will Be a Safe Harbor Amid Tariff Turmoil
GlobeSt.com, Apr. 8, 2025-Erika MorphyBut two critical caveats could undermine CRE’s safe-haven status.Click here for more
MBA Reassures Stakeholders of its Influence on Capitol Hill
National Mortgage News, April 8, 2025-Maria VolkovaThe head of the Mortgage Bankers Association reassured constituents that the trade group is in communication with government officials and is helping the administration …
Quantitative Tightening Expected to Continue Through the End of the Year
Scotsman Guide, April 7, 2025-Luke BaynesBut the Fed’s balance sheet normalization should flatten in 2026: Wells FargoClick here for more