The federal deficit is putting upward pressure on mortgage rates. Meanwhile, HUD is working to allow new housing to be built on federal land.

VA partial claims bill passes in House; nominee for FHA commissioner expected to have industry experience; Pulte touts big find at Fannie.

The Trump administration last week nominated Jonathan McKernan — who was awaiting Senate confirmation as CFPB director — as undersecretary of domestic finance at the Department of the Treasury.

The CFPB preserved several mortgage-related policy documents, as it undergoes a review of all previously issued guidance items under new leadership.

Among other changes, Fannie and Freddie increased the cap on interested party contributions from $500 to $2,500.

Researchers say that, at any given credit score, the cross-subsidies inherent in GSE pricing favor higher-income borrowers over lower-income borrowers.

MSR investors see risks and benefits in rising costs for property taxes and insurance; child receives offer from mortgage lender.

Fitch Ratings analysts seek feedback on a framework for interpolating climate change risk into bond ratings.

The FHFA director suggested the decision on whether to release Fannie and Freddie from conservatorship depends mostly on President Trump and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent.

FOMC holds federal funds rate steady; MBA expects rate cut later this year; House committee votes to slash CFPB’s budget.