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Advocates warned the Federal Housing Finance Agency that allowing cryptocurrency assets to be used in the underwriting of Fannie and Freddie mortgages risks taxpayer losses and market instability.

By a 2-1 vote, a three-judge panel of the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that the CFPB's union did not have a reviewable claim under the Administrative Procedure Act. The union is expected to appeal to the full D.C. Circuit.

The real estate company said it started the search for a new CEO mid-year following Carrie Wheeler's notice to the board she was looking to leave.

Although fewer industry leaders in a May survey are prioritizing cost-cutting, those bosses said they'd focus on back-office staff over other expenses.

Borrowers also showed a higher tendency to tap into home equity, with related originations rising at the fastest rate in three years, Transunion said.

Billionaire Bill Ackman has linked the idea with President Trump's recent post depicting a near-term public offering for a single mortgage firm with U.S. ties.

Real estate investor sentiment bounced back from two quarters of decline, but lingering fears around tariffs, interest rates still weigh on many buyers' minds

While overall performance looks solid, the data shows the weight of economic concerns may be weighing on some borrowers, the Mortgage Bankers Association said.

The 30-year fixed rate mortgage fell by 5 basis points, with the Consumer Price Index showing muted inflation and jobs data still influencing the market.

Fannie Mae has issued guidelines for how mortgage companies should apply temporary buydown funds in workout situations and clarified notification requirements.