Rising rates push first-time buyers out of the spring market
Despite shocks, April data pointed to a steadier, more buyer‑friendly market
Recent subprime mortgages are deteriorating faster than pre-pandemic loans
Lower borrowing costs lure more house hunters, but inventory and pricing tensions persist
Beyond California, payments have skyrocketed in two markets brokers won’t see coming
Study pointed to slower premium growth in 2025 but wide state‑by‑state gaps
