Rising insurance costs shape homeowner decisions in 2026
The average U.S. home insurance premium increased 24% between 2021 and 2024, according to the Consumer Federation of America.
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Federal judge orders Trump administration to seek money for CFPB
A federal judge on Tuesday ruled against the Trump administration as it seeks to shut down the CFPB by refusing to fund it.
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.
Compass-Anywhere deal may exceed DOJ market-share limits in some cities
The Compass-Anywhere merger may give one firm over 30% market share in key cities, raising antitrust concerns.
DOJ wants antitrust review of real estate commissions in Davis suit
The DOJ filed a statement in the Davis lawsuit, arguing real estate agent commissions remain inflated due to trade group rules.
Advocacy groups see erosion of fair lending oversight, move to fill the gap
In its latest move, the Department of Justice (DOJ) this week announced the rescission of disparate-impact liability from its Title VI regulations, while other parts of the federal government have reduced enforcement of fair lending issues.
2026 mortgage compliance trends show staffing strains, regulatory risks
A survey from Ncontracts reveals how financial institutions are managing compliance challenges and expectations in 2026.
Fed delivers third straight rate cut, but housing market will see limited relief
The Federal Reserve delivered another 25-basis-point cut to its benchmark interest rate on Wednesday, setting the target range at 3.5% to 3.75%.
Coalition presses for stronger federal flood response, eyes ROAD to Housing Act
Leaders said the coalition began forming after the catastrophic July 2022 floods in eastern Kentucky and southwestern Virginia.
NRMLA speaks out on the future of federal reverse mortgage programs
After federal housing leaders issued a request for information in October about the future of two key reverse mortgage programs, the National Reverse Mortgage Lenders Association (NRMLA) weighed in last week with a detailed list of suggestions.