Tapping a 401(k) for homeownership is risky business, experts say
Only about 40% of Americans are on track to meet retirement needs, and the average saver faces a $5,000 annual shortfall in retirement.
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Real estate leaders applaud Trump’s focus on housing, but question the impact
Trump’s housing plan includes a ‘ban’ on institutional buyers and capping credit card rates, but industry leaders question the impact.
Trump heads to Davos with housing ideas as industry looks for concrete fixes
Trade groups broadly welcome the administration’s focus on affordability at a time when mortgage rates remain above 6%, while stressing the need for additional detail and complementary policies.
Trump directs GSEs to buy $200B in MBS to push mortgage rates lower
President Donald Trump said Thursday that he is directing representatives at the government-sponsored enterprises (GSEs) to purchase $200 billion in mortgage-backed securities (MBS), a move he said is intended to bring mortgage rates down.
The list of all Trump’s actions in 2025 that impacted housing
Here are the actions the Trump administration or Congress have taken that impact housing since President Trump took office on Jan. 20, 2025.
Kevin Hassett is the rumored lead for Fed chair position
Kevin Hassett is the rumored frontrunner to become the next Federal Reserve chair as he aligns with Trump’s interest rate agenda.
What real estate agents need to know about the 50-year mortgage
Extending terms to 50 years does lower monthly payments — but it also substantially increases total interest paid and slows equity growth.
A 50-year mortgage could double your interest payment
Trump’s 50-year mortgage proposal could be a tough sell due to higher interest costs and regulatory limits under current Dodd-Frank rules.
Trump proposes 50-year mortgage to help affordability
Trump supports 50-year mortgages to lower monthly payments, but longer terms reduce equity and aren’t currently allowed under the Dodd-Frank Act.
Memo reportedly undercuts mortgage fraud allegations against Letitia James
Prosecutors reviewing the mortgage occupancy fraud case against New York Attorney General Letitia James determined there is evidence that undercuts the allegations against her, according to an ABC News report based on sources.