Housing demand snaps back as mortgage rates near 6%
Housing demand rebounded as snow effects faded, pending sales and new listings rose, and price cuts fell 1% with rates at 6.04%.
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Housing market weathers storm disruption, sets up for spring
New listings and pending sales dipped in late January, driven by a snowstorm rather than broader housing market trends.
Pennymac leader on policy shifts to ease homeownership barriers
As Congress prepares for hearings on mortgage finance and affordability, industry leaders are bracing for months of policy debate.
Barry Habib, Logan Mohtashami say housing market set for pent-up demand surge
With pent-up demand, multi-generational buyers and a suppressed market, 2026 could be a landmark year for U.S. housing.
Housing inventory and new listings show impact of winter weather
Severe winter weather led to a week-over-week decline in housing inventory and new listings, with purchase applications also down.
Estimates for insured losses from Winter Storm Fern top $4 billion
Winter Storm Fern caused billions of dollars in insured losses, with Texas and Tennessee hardest hit and mortgage activity also affected.
Home equity is still strong despite dipping in Q4 2025
ATTOM reports U.S. homeowner equity dipped in late 2025, but levels remain strong compared to pre-pandemic years.
BLS jobs report for January delayed by partial government shutdown
The BLS January jobs report is postponed due to a government shutdown, delaying the release of key labor data and economic indicators.
Housing demand is still positive even with epic snowstorm
Despite a major snowstorm and Fed news, housing data stayed positive as mortgage rates held near 6% and purchase apps rose 18% year over year.
Jim Park on appraisal workforce shortage and regulatory shifts
The U.S. appraisal industry faces a shrinking workforce, regulatory changes and new tech requirements, impacting housing and lending.