Originations

Those thinking about entering this space should consider whether they can build a sustainable operation in scale, niche or relationship lending, a report by Stratmor Group argues.

The 30-year average for both conforming and jumbo loans jumped more than 20 basis points, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association.

Prospective borrowers are looking at cross-country moves more often than a different domicile within their city's borders, the real estate platform found.

But there are regional variations in housing markets across the country, the Federal Housing Finance Agency said.

Limited regulation and elevated volatility limit current activity, but new offerings are still finding their way to market.

People in the industry use the terms interchangeably, but Washington State is warning brokers that they are not the same and other regulators could follow.

The decrease between February and April came in far smaller than typical seasonal trends, Redfin said.

Housing market players navigated big changes, and controversy, as the spring market moved forward.

An analysis shows how much money consumers are losing by not comparing offers from different lenders.

Investors are concerned that a deal will not be reached in Washington and a default will take place, driving up the benchmark 10-year Treasury yield.