Mortgages

Housing permits fell for the fourth consecutive month as builders pull back on construction amid high costs and uncertain demand.

The Mortgage Bankers Association chief thinks the move could fit in with regulatory goals, and it's getting pushback like an earlier version of the concept did.

A survey from Redfin reveals that Americans are unsure about how President Trump's policies will affect home prices.

The average owner experienced a four-figure decline in the first quarter compared to the same period last year even though the negative equity share is low.

The company also made several new executive appointments in 2025 as it aims to turn itself into a national one-stop shop with end-to-end home buying services.

The transaction is the first in what is planned to be a continued series of purchases by the new fund as it continues to raise capital from investors.

Secondary market interest in home equity contracts is drawing new participants, with 2025 securitization activity ahead of last year, industry leaders said.

The House and Senate will need to resolve a slight difference between their versions of the bill before sending it to President Donald Trump for his signature.

A closely watched auction of 30-year Treasuries saw stronger-than-expected demand on Thursday, easing for now worries that investors would shun the US government's longest maturity.

The maximums for attorney costs related to foreclosures, mediation and bankruptcy proceedings have risen, according to the government-sponsored enterprise.