‘I’d love to fire his ass,’ Trump says of Fed Chair Jerome Powell

The president jokingly told Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent that his job is also on the line if interest rates don’t come down, as poll shows inflation will be a key issue in 2026 midterm elections. Continue reading

Democrats seek transparency into Fannie, Freddie ‘reprivatization’

The Trump administration has assured industry groups that a stable housing finance system and low mortgage rates are a “North Star” in plans for a secondary offering, but Dems complain they’ve been shut out of process. Continue reading

Why high-end buyers are still spending big on luxury real estate

Wealthy consumers are looking for houses as they seek strategic investments and relative safety amid tumultuous times Continue reading

Luxury market ‘as strong as ever’ despite broader slowness

It has been a challenging year for many real estate agents contending with a volatile economy, but the luxury market has remained resilient in the face of uncertainty Continue reading

Trump’s interest sends shares in Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac soaring

President says he’s giving “very serious consideration” to bringing companies public, and investors are hoping that whatever plan emerges will generate a windfall for them. Continue reading

Homebuilders anxiously await details on Canada, Mexico tariffs

Bond market investors who fund most mortgages didn’t panic Friday over reports that the U.S. will impose tariffs on China, Canada and Mexico on Saturday, but details remain sketchy. Continue reading