Trump supports 50-year mortgages to lower monthly payments, but longer terms reduce equity and aren’t currently allowed under the Dodd-Frank Act.
Read MoreFHFA’s bid to reduce the GSEs’ low- and very-low-income benchmarks was praised by some lender groups, but disparaged by affordable housing advocates.
Read MoreThe changes impact mortgages on manufactured homes, the treatment of rental income, undisclosed liabilities and single-closing construction-to-permanent loans.
Read MoreQuarterly profits were up at both Fannie and Freddie, but were down significantly on a year-to-date basis due to a weak first half of 2025. (Includes data table.)
Read MoreRefis totaled $22.84 billion in October, the highest volume since June 2022 and 31.7% of all GSE deliveries for the month. (Includes two data tables.)
Read MoreSentiment improved year-over-year, but challenges remain for high-rise and condo segments
Read MoreImpacts include delayed home purchases and late or missing mortgage and rent payments
Read MoreOne mortgage executive is traveling to educate on the benefits of down payment assistance programs
Read MoreIndustry veteran warns that competitors and servicers are ready to take your business
Read MoreOur Magnolia Bank Mortgage review reveals this lender’s average mortgage rates, online application process, and credit score requirements.
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