DOGE effect? Housing inventory in DC is rising faster than the rest of the country
Are federal layoffs having an impact on the D.C. housing market? A divergence between condos and single-family homes could be a clue.
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Will an implicit guarantee keep mortgage rates from rising after release of GSEs?
Will mortgage rates rise if the government releases the GSEs from conservatorship? It depends on whether there is a government guarantee.
Mortgage rates survive budget bond scare, but end the week higher
Last week, mortgage rates increased roughly 10 basis points, even with the move lower Friday, despite a bond scare.
Bessent weighs mortgage rate risk in potential release of GSEs from conservatorship
Bessent understands that any transition of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac out of conservatorship must not increase mortgage rates.
With more inventory, where are home prices headed?
Housing inventory is growing and returning to normal levels while sales remain depressed. But that doesn’t mean a big drop in home prices.
Where land-use regulations are driving up housing costs
The federal government has few options for addressing housing costs because most land-use regulations are administered at the local level.
Fraud, mismanagement led to millions in losses for Houston Housing Authority
The Houston Housing Authority’s plan to install air conditioning in rental units has led to millions of dollars in losses.
NAR: Americans want a tax plan that supports the American dream
NAR’s poll shows that 67% of voters support doubling the capital gains exemption on the sale of a primary residence and a robust tax plan.
Federal lands amendment draws bipartisan rebuke
As Republicans line up behind a plan to sell federal lands for housing, one Republican representative is signaling his opposition.
Better mortgage spreads boost housing demand in 2025
The improvement in mortgage spreads since 2023 has contributed to a noticeable positive trend in purchase application data for 2025.