FHA and VA endorsements shrank more than 19% in the first quarter as interest rates climbed. Those who made a quick switch from refi to purchase business thrived. (Includes three data charts.)
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Pressure continues to mount on the Department of Housing and Urban Development to announce a decision on cutting FHA mortgage insurance premiums.
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The White House’s multi-pronged action plan designed to close the housing supply gap within the next five years includes a to-do list for FHA.
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USDA Under Secretary for Rural Development Xochitl Torres Small testified this week about the shortages of affordable multifamily rental units and single-family homes for sale in rural areas.
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FHA is planning significant reductions to both the upfront and annual mortgage insurance premiums for most Section 232 program mortgages of green residential care facilities.
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Gordon sworn in as FHA commissioner; Ginnie to expand digital collateral program; FHA to present overview of its single-family purchase program; Ginnie hosts training sessions for single-family issuer pooling processes and systems; Ginnie clarifies requirements for MBS related to delinquent loan buyout eligibility; USDA to hold online training sessions for its single-family program; USDA raises interest rates for its single-family direct loan programs.
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The creation of a U.S. sovereign wealth fund could grease the skids for an end to the conservatorships of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.
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