Mortgage & Economy
Mortgage rates, Federal Reserve policy, employment, inflation, and what they mean for Bay Area affordability.
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Mortgage lenders weigh AI, alternative data and credit models
MISMO panelists cited rental and cash flow data, plus AI rules that may affect licensing and compliance
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The mortgage industry is deploying AI backward
Lenders that unify policy content and governance before borrower tools can cut search time and reduce compliance risk
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The New York sessions: Deals, decisions, and direction
Filmed in the financial capital of the world, New York City, this HousingWire Spotlight Series explores how industry leaders are navigating market volatility, making high-stakes decisions, uncovering growth opportunities and building organizations that thrive under pressure. From leadership strategies and operational agility to innovation, talent and market position. These sessions delve into what separates companies…
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Better, Coinbase announce broad rollout of token-backed conforming mortgage product
Early waitlist data showed more than $260 million in projected loan volume, with most respondents already on Coinbase One and planning to buy within six months
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New York Adirondacks village converting WWI factory into housing
The deal pairs $23.8 million in state LIHTC with $12.95 million in historic tax credits
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HomeServices adds mortgage servicing through Prosperity
Prosperity originates nearly $9 billion a year and had typically sold servicing rights after closing.
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Tech-driven protection gains steam ahead of Realtor Safety Month
The technology addresses both longstanding risks and newer vulnerabilities created by more independent work
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NAHB: Building material costs climb 6.7%, squeeze small builders
Material inflation hits small builders hardest as costs outpace large rivals
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MBA mortgage applications dip 1% as refinance slips 2%
Refinance index fell 2% and purchase activity is 5% below last year
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Bluegrass Realtors hires Brendan Bailey as CEO
Bailey joins from Denver Metro Association of Realtors after 3 years as CEO, he will also lead Imagine MLS.








