May 22, 2026By Namrata BhatiaDenial Rates on Government-Insured Mortgages Steady in 2025Lenders turned down 22.0% of applications received for FHA loans in 2025. The rejection rate on VA mortgages was a more modest 16.1%. (Includes data table.)
March 27, 2026By Emmeline WilleyVA Targets June Rollout of Partial ClaimsVA is aiming to roll out its partial claim program in June. The agency is also open to revising its appraisal standards.
March 27, 2026By Emmeline WilleyTrump Directive Encourages FHA, VA Appraisal AlignmentExecutive orders from President Trump aiming to address housing supply and affordability include many FHA and VA provisions.