Fannie Mae forecasters say the Federal Reserve’s decision on how high and long to keep rates up presents “a major risk over the next year,” with a question of a downturn more a matter of “when” than “if.”
Category: Markets & Economy
Jumbo mortgage rates rise as lenders pull back
Rates for mortgages backed by Fannie and Freddie continue to ease despite Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell’s tough talk on inflation, but liquidity issues put pressure on bigger loans.
Housing starts see biggest increase since 2016
Housing starts were at a seasonally adjusted rate of 1,631,000 for May — a 21.7 percent jump from April and 5.7 percent higher than the levels recorded in May 2022, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.
Women are masters of the financial universe. They just don’t know it
Within the next five to eight years, women will control an astounding $32 trillion of the country’s wealth. Sadly, many are totally unprepared to handle what’s ahead.
Does low inventory make the market crash-proof?
On The Download this week, we’re asking: Is low inventory having a protective effect on the housing market? How long can it last?
EXCLUSIVE: Read Inman’s Blueprint 2.0 for Uncertain Times
Real estate’s top thought leaders shared their best advice for thriving in a slower market during CEO Connect in New York last month. Here’s what they had to say.
Hubzu operator Altisource raising money in public stock offering
The debt-burdened company notified regulators in December of plans to raise up to $100 million through a public stock offering.
Price growth slowdown continued in December as mortgage rates peaked
Home price growth fell 0.4 percent between November and December, while year-over-year single-family price growth dropped to 6.9 percent, according to new data released Tuesday by CoreLogic.
Real estate agents of TikTok say a big market shift is afoot
All across the country, real estate agents are posting positive signs of change from the trenches and revealing they’re suddenly dealing with packed open houses and intensifying bidding wars.
The ownership revolution, dominating Instagram and understanding the consumer
Three new expert-led classes are available right now. Tune in for the latest industry news, social media advice and consumer behavior trends.