Flood insurance uncertainty looms over housing market
Despite a temporary NFIP extension, the long-term future of the government flood insurance program remains hazy
MBA calls for overhaul of FHA reverse mortgage programs
A letter sent to FHA and Ginnie Mae leadership underscores prohibitive upfront HECM costs and servicing losses
Power Moves: Notable mortgage industry additions and promotions
LoanDepot, Kind Lending, NewDay USA and Bevri.ai are among the mortgage-related companies with recent hires and promotions
Cost-burdened renter share doubles that of homeowners
Half of U.S. renters spend more than 30% of gross monthly income on rent, led by California, Florida and Nevada
‘Renting for the long run’ drives U.S. housing shift
Nevada, Texas and North Dakota have all seen more than 50% growth in renter households since 2000
The future of commercial real estate: Invest now or wait?
Explore how shifting work models, rising interest rates, and evolving property trends are reshaping commercial real estate investment strategies for the next two years
Industrial real estate still the most resilient and strategic asset class in commercial lending
Despite rising vacancies and economic uncertainty, industrial properties deliver clarity, stability and strong demand signals
When banks say no, brokers can save builder deals with private lending
Rigid lending standards often stall builder projects, but pivoting to private construction financing can rescue deals and strengthen long-term client relationships
Crystal ball check — how accurate were 2025 housing forecasts?
Forecasting as a sales strategy: building credibility and filling the funnel
AI won’t replace loan officers — but mediocrity will
In a market shaped by high rates and limited inventory, human judgment and consultative selling remain irreplaceable
