Markets in California and Massachusetts dominate a list of areas that are most vulnerable to a decline in housing values, according to Standard & Poor's housing volatility index.Nine of the ten metropolitan areas with the highest probability of housing value declines in the event of an economic downturn are in California or Massachusetts, with the tenth being in Florida. Several markets in the New York City region and New Jersey also figure prominently on S&P's list. Standard & Poor's is located on the Internet at http://www.sandp.com
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The agency proposed to repeal a regulation that requires FHLBanks to submit formal notices before engaging in new business activities that carry unmanaged risk.
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So far this year, the volume of closed-end second and home equity line of credit securitizations is near last year's $29 billion, Bank of America Securities said.
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Home price growth is accelerating as inventory stalls—Chicago and Pittsburgh lead mid-tier gains at 4.2%, while Denver and Las Vegas see supply-driven price corrections.
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The industry leaders are sparring over refinance business from a Mr. Cooper portfolio, and UWM contends it didn't specifically try to harm its rival.
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The trade group supports FHFA's overhaul but urges longer comment periods, more flexibility and protections to prevent unintended consequences.
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The drop in the annual metric for FHA loans was the biggest in over four years but other performance indicators ICE Mortgage Technology tracked were mixed.
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