Industry Trends

As mortgage rates flirt with 7%, second-lien loans are gaining traction

Customers unwilling to part with low-rate first-lien loans turning to HELOCs, HELs

As mortgage rates flirt with 7%, second-lien loans are gaining traction

Younger mortgage customers bypass AI for face-to-face interactions

The most tech-savvy generations are also the most tech-demanding, and many don’t think the tech is good enough yet

Younger mortgage customers bypass AI for face-to-face interactions

House greenlights tax package favorable to real estate investment

Bill includes permanent tax relief, SALT cap expansion, and housing incentives

House greenlights tax package favorable to real estate investment

Mortgage recapture, interest rates, could determine survival chances of smaller MSR holders

If interest rates remain high, some mortgage bankers may decide to sell off mortgage servicing rights

Mortgage recapture, interest rates, could determine survival chances of smaller MSR holders

Industry reacts to Trump's plans for bringing GSEs public

What will the long-term implications be if mortgage giants return to private hands?

Industry reacts to Trump's plans for bringing GSEs public

Trump says he's seriously considering ending Fannie, Freddie conservatorship

President indicates a decision on releasing the GSEs to public ownership is coming soon

Trump says he's seriously considering ending Fannie, Freddie conservatorship