A new survey shows that higher interest rates may not be the only thing stopping homeowners from moving.

Even though the mortgage market continued to struggle, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac generated healthy profits in the first quarter of 2023 thanks to their business models.

Freedom Mortgage more than doubled its production from the fourth quarter to the first. Mike Patterson, COO of the nonbank, said the growth was driven by attractive loan characteristics.

Lenders argue that dramatic price hikes by FICO have inflated their credit score costs by as much as 500% since 2022.

What’s a mortgage CEO worth in a dicey origination market? According to an early read of proxy filings, some chief executives received nice pay packages last year, while others saw reductions.

Per loan origination losses hit a 15-year high last year. But is the worst of it over? It depends on the shop.

A new California bill that seeks to regulate the use of automated decision tools is facing strong opposition from the Mortgage Bankers Association and other trade groups.

The Department of Housing and Urban Development has finalized rules that would modernize residential building standards.

A reduction in closing costs, down payment assistance programs for first-generation homebuyers and investing in communities that need housing could all lead to more affordable housing access.

The CFPB this week issued a report regarding numerous “junk fees” charged by mortgage servicers. The servicers were generally ordered to refund the fees and change their practices.