High mortgage rates, inflation, and high home prices have made the road to homeownership very challenging for first-time homebuyers, but an alternative route is gaining traction in achieving the American dream—but only... Read more »
Mortgage demand shows a welcome uptick, signaling a potential shift in the housing market. The Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) reported that total mortgage application volume rose by 1.8% for the week ending... Read more »
The market initially reacted strongly after President Donald Trump signaled support for increased activity, directing the GSEs toward a $200 billion expansion of their MBS portfolios. Bloomberg reported on March 22 that the... Read more »
The sharp upward movement in rates in a short period is eye-catching, but mortgage professionals say there’s no reason to panic as market conditions remain relatively healthy and affordable. ‘Natural, balanced market’... Read more »
The ultra-wealthy are finding new ways to shop for their dream homes—they’re “subscribing” to developers and joining waiting lists instead. By joining a waiting list, buyers aren’t just waiting for a house:... Read more »
Rental cabins are having a moment. Much of the buzz traces back to the lake cottage featured on “Heated Rivalry,” which captured viewers’ imaginations and will soon be listed on Airbnb. Aaron... Read more »
As of February 25, 2026, today’s mortgage rates are showing a slight upward tick but are still hovering comfortably near some of the lowest points we’ve seen in over three years, making... Read more »
The housing market has shown signs of slowing down, but even so, 73% of metros areas still saw positive price gains in the last quarter of 2025. Year-over-year prices grew the fastest... Read more »
“We are seeing lead costs trend higher across the board,” said Praveen Chandramohan, senior vice president at Cotality Mortgage Data Solutions. “Because the ban removes a high-volume, low-cost source of data, lenders... Read more »
“Rising property taxes and insurance premiums continue to reshape what homeowners experience month to month, and escrow is often where that impact shows up first,” said Katie Brewer, CEO of LERETA. “This... Read more »