Retirement plan participation reaches record high, but financial pressures persist
Nearly two-thirds of retirement plans now automatically enroll new participants at contribution rates of at least 4%.
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3 quick takes on Kevin Warsh’s first Fed meeting
Kevin Warsh called policy uneven for housing, ended dot plot guidance and launched a Fed task force as the 10-year yield sits near 4.50%.
FHFA pushes for direct power to sue for mortgage fraud
The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) and Director Bill Pulte are asking Congress for the power to bring civil lawsuits against individuals suspected of mortgage fraud.
Unlock closes $358.5M home equity agreement securitization
Unlock Technologies closed a $358.5 million home equity agreement securitization, the largest HEA deal of 2026, attracting investor demand.
MBA launches forum for reverse mortgages, senior lending
The Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) on Tuesday announced the launch of a new member forum dedicated to reverse mortgages and other senior-focused mortgage products.
Many older Americans stuck in homes that no longer fit
Housing professionals say that many older Americans are staying put because moving no longer makes financial sense.
Mortgage and real estate battle for the top of the funnel
With interest rates in a higher-for-longer environment, mortgage and real estate companies have realized that long-term survival requires market share growth via M&A.
Trump says Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac IPO still on the table
Trump said an IPO for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac is still being considered, even as FHFA Director Bill Pulte becomes acting DNI June 30.
Mortgage Forward to acquire First Federal Bank’s TPO division
Mortgage Forward will acquire First Federal Bank’s TPO unit, including QRL Financial, with closing expected in Q3 2026.
Secondary mortgage market waits for data, creates workarounds amid shift to alternative credit scores
In the secondary market, investors and credit rating agencies are awaiting additional performance data while developing workarounds to keep loans moving through the system.