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Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac back about half of new mortgages in the U.S. Now, talks suggest reshaping or shrinking the two companies.
The post Fannie and Freddie’s Uncertain Future, Explained appeared first on Real Estate News & Insights | realtor.com®.
It is surprisingly difficult to pin down exactly how many home purchases go to first-timers, and a new set of research reports attempts to correct that.
The post Forget Everything You’ve Heard About First-Time Homebuyers. They’re Doing All Right. appeared first on Real Estate News & Insights | realtor.com®.
Mortgage rates were little changed, providing breathing room for would-be buyers as policymakers are increasingly taking an interest in housing matters.
The post Mortgage Rates Stay Subdued as Housing Reform Issues Grab the Spotlight appeared first on Real Estate News & Insights | realtor.com®.
There’s a lot going on in the housing market nationwide right now, and mortgage rates may just be the easiest culprit for buyers to stay put.
The post Mortgage Rates Hit a 4-Month Low, So What’s Holding Back the Housing Market? appeared first on Real Estate News & Insights | realtor.com®.
Mortgage rates rose again for a second week, even as housing faces a grim reminder of unfinished work in the mortgage market.
The post Mortgage Rates Tick Up Again as Fannie, Freddie Start a Second Decade in Limbo appeared first on Real Estate News & Insights | realtor.com®.
Mortgage rates rose again for a second week, even as housing faces a grim reminder of unfinished work in the mortgage market.
The post Mortgage Rates Tick Up Again as Fannie, Freddie Start a Second Decade in Limbo appeared first on Real Estate News & Insights | realtor.com®.
President Donald Trump’s plan to shrink the government could have a big impact on the housing market, particularly for lower- and middle-income buyers.
The post What Trump’s Proposed Government Overhaul Means for Home Buyers appeared first on Real Estate News & Insights | realtor.com®.
NAR’S influence in Washington faces test as the federal government’s role in backing mortgages comes up for debate.
The post Realtors, Licking Their Wounds, Get Ready for Their Next Battle appeared first on Real Estate News & Insights | realtor.com®.
Hurricane Harvey could have a more destructive impact on the mortgage market in Texas than Katrina did on the Gulf Coast, according to a report.
The post Tens of Thousands of Harvey-Area Homeowners May Become Delinquent on Their Mortgages in the Coming Months appeared first on Real Estate News & Insights | realtor.com®.
Fannie Mae is changing its debt-to-income ratios next month. And if you are a home buyer, you should pay close attention.
The post It’s About to Become Easier to Qualify for a Mortgage—Here’s Why appeared first on Real Estate News & Insights | realtor.com®.
