Past periods of high inflation and high rates — be it in 1979, 1980 or 1990 — have caused the housing market to stall. But they also didn’t crush it forever, according to an Inman analysis. Continue reading
Fannie Mae economists say jumbo mortgages and construction loans could get more scarce if regional banks tighten lending standards. Continue reading
Starting April 15, Fannie Mae says more homebuyers will qualify for a program requiring full interior and exterior inspections that capture data and images throughout the property. Continue reading
Industry groups continue to object to a new Fannie and Freddie fee aimed at some riskier borrowers as a burden on lenders and consumers. Continue reading
Fannie Mae’s National Housing Survey shows Americans are feeling less secure about keeping their jobs, and nearly 8 in 10 think it’s a bad time to buy a home. Continue reading
By one measure, the mortgage giants have built up two-thirds of the reserves needed for them to be released from government conservatorship. Continue reading
Economic downturn could put a damper on a promising start to the spring homebuying season, but set the stage for mortgage rates to ease and for home sales to rebound in 2024. Continue reading
Homebuyers can potentially save $600 to $1,200 a year by applying for a mortgage with multiple lenders, according to research by Freddie Mac. Continue reading
Mortgage giants’ federal regulator eliminates upfront fees for first-time homebuyers of limited means, but some better-off borrowers will see increases. Continue reading
Harris Poll finds 71 percent of Americans would be hesitant to move due to economic uncertainty over concerns, such as interest rates, inflation or a recession. Continue reading