Fannie Mae move could bring crypto buyers into the market

Fannie Mae is preparing to accept crypto-backed mortgages for the first time, a move that could bring digital assets further into mainstream home financing. Continue reading

Mortgage applications rise as purchase demand strengthens

Mortgage applications rose last week as purchase demand strengthened, even as market volatility pushed mortgage rates higher. Continue reading

Rocket is first mortgage lender to raise its conforming loan limits

Rocket will treat loans of up to $802,650 as conforming ahead of expected increase. Last year UWM and Guaranteed Rate also got a jump on the official announcement. Continue reading

Demand for mortgages wanes as rates plateau near 2023 highs

A decrease in applications for FHA loans popular with first-time homebuyers helped push the average purchase loan application to $432,700, according to the latest MBA lender survey. Continue reading

Homebuyers flinch as mortgage rates ascend toward 2023 highs

Purchase loan applications fell by a seasonally adjusted 4 percent last week as mortgage rates surged on debt ceiling and inflation worries. Continue reading