CFPB targets TRID, reverse mortgage disclosures in credit access push
Experts say rules proposed for review are only ‘helpful at the margins,’ leaving larger access barriers unaddressed
Federal Reserve unveils task force leaders
‘The best minds from a range of disciplines’ will advise the Fed chair in five key areas
Retail sector enters mid-cycle sweet spot with strong demand and limited supply: JLL
New survey finds investors are more interested in buying retail properties than at any time in more than a decade
Trade groups ask Pulte to reconsider Fannie and Freddie condo rules
Retirement of limited review process and across-the-board reserve hikes flagged as areas of concern
June home sales fall from five-month high amid sensitive purchase demand
Median existing-home price rises to an all-time high: NAR
Agency mortgage locks slip as non-QM gains ground in June
Purchase and refinance activity rose annually in June as rates remained high and loan amounts neared record levels
Basel III proposals could fuel further nonbank dominance instead of banks’ mortgage comeback
Capital relief that expands MSR liquidity for major nonbank servicers could cement banks’ exit, accelerate consolidation
Home prices effectively decline as inflation outpaces growth: Realtor.com
The listings platform sees a housing market ‘inching forward as sellers reset expectations’
A ‘case for raising’ rates was made at June Fed meeting, minutes show
The word ‘inflation’ appears 57 times in the FOMC minutes
CRE sector offers targeted opportunities, but broad-based expansion unlikely in 2026: BBG
Retail makes a comeback, while industrial projects, data centers and senior housing continue to shine
Mortgage applications wither in July 4th heat wave
Contract 30-year mortgage rates remained above 6.5% for the eighth consecutive week: MBA
FICO and VantageScore release competing analyses following Fannie and Freddie data drop
The publishing of FICO 10T historical data adds a new wrinkle to a longstanding rivalry
Gen Z’s share of purchase rate locks hits record high in ‘generational handoff’
ICE: Younger buyers are reshaping the homebuying market as two-thirds of purchase volume now Gen Z and millennial buyers
Consumer inflation concerns climb in June, NY Fed survey shows
Expectations for home price gains over the next year trimmed back amid economic uncertainty
About 1 in 10 U.S. homes sit vacant: LendingTree
Roughly 14.5 million homes are vacant. Fewer than 800,000 are listed for sale.
New strategies reshaping how lenders expand housing access
After restrictions on special purpose credit programs, local housing partnerships help lenders empower future homeowners
How VA entitlement shapes veteran borrowing power
Understanding the ways to use this potent tool can open doors for veteran borrowers
The hidden psychology inside every loan request
Understanding borrower psychology through loan size helps brokers move beyond rate quotes and build deeper, longer‑lasting client relationships
Multifamily resilience holds firm despite market softening
Record apartment deliveries, aging stock and shifting capital markets are driving renewed lending momentum and increased deal flow
Originators taking focused approach to win VA business, outlast rate cycles
By moving beyond checkbox lending, loan officers who treat veterans as a core market can build lasting authority with veterans, agents and referral partners
States are stepping up to solve America’s housing shortage
With federal efforts falling short, state reforms targeting starter homes and zoning barriers are beginning to unlock meaningful new housing supply
Fractional ownership changes the real estate investment equation
As investors seek lower entry points, crowdfunding platforms are redefining equity, occupancy and income in property finance
Prepurchase automation helps lenders stay ready for growth
Increased activity makes efficient document review a powerful, real-world benefit for correspondent lending operations
DSCR lending is surging. Not all of it is a win.
Fix‑and‑flip capital is slowing as rental lending is absorbing it — and lenders need to understand the difference
SBA 504 financing helps close deals when conventional falls short
Brokers can expand commercial pipelines without changing their core business
Inclusive approach benefits buyers, but also strengthens competitive advantage
How culturally competent marketing to the LGBTQ+ community creates economic opportunity for everyone
Home equity can help some borrowers strengthen retirement plans starting at 55
Including reverse mortgages in financial planning conversations can provide flexibility
How to become a loan originator without a banking background
Experience in finance is not a prerequisite — the skills that matter most are often built in entirely different careers
Bridge financing’s beneficial role in repeat-buyer transactions
Short-term models often offer a more predictable path when borrowers switch homes
Why well-organized loan submissions matter more than ever
Investing time upfront to prepare a strong submission shortens response times, reduces follow-up requests and improves lender engagement
