Ginnie Mae’s MBS Portfolio Hits $2.4T-Plus in July
As Ginnie Mae celebrates its 55th anniversary, its mortgage-backed securities portfolio outstanding grew to $2.440 trillion in July 2023, assisting more than 57,000 first-time homebuyers achieve the American dream of [...]
Wildfires, Property Values, and San Diego
How wildfire risks impact property values in San Diego County. Source: DS News
Trading Rent for a Mortgage Not a Better Deal for Everyone
Those who move from renting to the homeowning game are not necessarily getting the full return out of their mortgages. A new report from Point2 found that homebuyers who trade [...]
Maximizing Opportunities in the REO Space
Members of the Board of the NRBA (National REO Brokers Association) were featured in a recent webinar discussing the next boom in REO business, and how to adjust your systems [...]
Is Homeownership the Key to Building Wealth?
While homebuyers nationwide continue to struggle with the inflated cost of living and high home prices, a new survey from Arrived revealed an estimated 87.2% of Gen Zers said homeownership [...]
Improving Job Security, Healthy Finances Improves Homebuying Numbers
Still, only 18% of survey respondents believe it’s a good time to buy a home. Source: DS News
HUD Issues Updates on Solar Programs
Updates from the Department support the expanded use of solar program benefits for assisted housing residents, tying into the Biden Administration’s Inflation Reduction Act. Source: DS News
Five Star Institute Names Women in Housing Leadership Awards Finalists
Five Star’s Annual Women in Housing Leadership Awards recognizes the achievements of businesswomen whose contributions will continue to impact the housing and mortgage servicing industry for years to come. Source: [...]
Single-Family Rental Market Demand Surges in Q2
According to HouseCanary's latest National Rental Report, rental markets continue to see overall increases in median listings, prices, and the number of days homes are spending on the market compared [...]