Investment

A study conducted from July to September examined the overall health of the economy, with findings that identified pain points including regulatory fines and compliance obligations.

As we approach a new year, MortgagePoint took the temperature of industry experts to see what lies ahead for a market that trudged through 2023 hampered by the convergence of rates reaching 20-year highs, a shortage of housing inventory, and inflated home values.

For the third meeting in a row, the Federal Open Market Committee chose to hold rates steady based on current market conditions and future predictions. Click through to find out the current interest rate and read a brief history of rate hikes since the pandemic began, as well as commentary from relevant economists and sources.

A recent report from New Western has found that single-family real estate investors could play a key role in solving the nation’s housing shortage by fixing up unlivable homes and putting them back on the market.

For the 2023 calendar year-to-date, Ginnie Mae has supported the pooling and securitization of more than 570,000 first-time homebuyer loans.

After a roller-coaster two years, experts expect a ‘flat stretch’ over the next 12 months, according to a new report.

“Over the past year, the HPSI has plateaued at a low level, evidence of persistent consumer pessimism regarding the state of the housing market,” said Doug Duncan, Fannie Mae SVP and Chief Economist.

Firm will rebrand as Incenter Capital Advisors, to be led by Tom Piercy in the role of Chief Growth Officer and JB Long, who steps into the new position of President.

In its Annual Financial Report, Ginnie Mae highlights its financial performance and accomplishments over the past year, as it supported affordable, equitable homeownership and rental housing for tens of millions of American households.

According to First American Economist Ksenia Potapov, homeownership—and the equity that comes with it—is one of the most effective ways to build wealth.