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Oct 19, 2026 4:52 PM
— Housing Market
2065 Trophy Pkwy, Arlington, TX 76006
A Zillow listing advertises newly constructed Coventry Homes townhomes at Ballpark that are nearing completion and expected to be ready soon. Buyers can reserve a home and arrange an in-person or video tour with a builder representative.
Oct 19, 2026 4:35 PM
— Mortgage Lending
Think the 2026 refinance market is bad? 2027 could be worse
The mortgage industry’s loan production depends mainly on purchase and refinance demand, which is influenced by mortgage rates and borrower needs. Since the pandemic, elevated rates and the lock-in effect have reduced refinance activity, leaving lenders to adapt to a market with structurally lower refinance demand.
Oct 19, 2026 3:50 PM
— Housing Market
Making sense of a ‘weird’ housing market
First American economist Odeta Kushi describes a housing market marked by sharp regional differences: prices and demand remain stronger in parts of the Northeast and Midwest, while some Sun Belt and Western markets face price declines amid softer migration and excess new-home supply. High mortgage rates have constrained sales and affordability, but years of below-average activity have built substa... more
Oct 19, 2026 3:33 PM
— Mortgage Finance
Inside the CFPB, Full Issue, Oct. 19, 2026 (PDF)
The article only identifies the Oct. 19, 2026 issue of Inside Mortgage Finance and notes that it includes all data tables; it provides no further content or findings.
Oct 19, 2026 3:22 PM
— U.S. Economy
Black Unemployment Hints at a Job Market in Worse Shape Than It Seems
The article reports that the U.S. Black unemployment rate rose by one percentage point to 7% in September, nearly twice the rate for white workers.
Oct 19, 2026 2:18 PM
— Housing Market
Demand for single-family rentals booms in September
Zillow reported that national rental demand rose 19.2% year over year in September as higher homebuying costs and borrowing rates pushed more prospective buyers toward renting. Typical homeownership costs reached $3,037 per month—$771 more than renting—while rents rose 2.7%. Demand grew faster for single-family rentals than multifamily units, with the largest increases in several fast-growing mark... more
Oct 19, 2026 2:11 PM
— Housing Market
Builder confidence plunges as rate shock, costs squeeze margins
Builder confidence in newly built single-family homes fell three points to 29 in October, its lowest level since June 2012. Higher mortgage rates, rising energy and materials costs, and tighter labor and lot availability are reducing buyer traffic and prompting builders to cut prices and offer incentives. All HMI components and regions declined, although the Midwest held up relatively better, with... more
Oct 19, 2026 2:11 PM
— Housing Market
First American’s Odeta Kushi on how labor, AI and migration will impact the housing market
First American Deputy Chief Economist Odeta Kushi says the 2027 housing market may remain constrained by mortgage rates above 7%, though household income growth and slower home price appreciation—around 1% annually—could improve affordability and create opportunities. She also discusses labor market conditions, AI-driven productivity, migration shifts, and aging in place.
Oct 19, 2026 2:09 PM
— Housing Market
Retirement delays rise as Americans worry about running out of money
F&G’s survey finds that retirement is increasingly a gradual transition: 31% of Americans over 50 are semi-retired or plan to be, and 51% of pre-retirees expect to ease into retirement. Financial pressures are prompting many to delay retirement, with respondents citing concerns about money, Social Security, and healthcare costs. Most prefer predictable income over the possibility of greater growth... more
Oct 19, 2026 1:42 PM
— Bond Markets
What's Up With Monday's Weakness?
Treasuries weakened moderately Monday, with yields drifting higher as concerns about the tech sector eased. Although European bond selling and a tech-sector recovery were possible explanations, neither clearly tracked the U.S. bond-market move.
Oct 19, 2026 1:40 PM
— Stock Market
Palantir, Datadog and chip stocks bounce back as Amazon lifts Wall Street
Technology and semiconductor stocks rebounded Monday, lifting the Nasdaq 1.1% and the S&P 500 0.4%. However, declines in nearly two-thirds of S&P 500 companies showed the recovery was narrow, with investors still selective about AI-related stocks.
Oct 19, 2026 1:37 PM
— Mortgage Lending
Using a Home Equity Loan to Buy Out a Spouse in Divorce
A home equity loan or HELOC can provide funds to buy out a spouse’s share of a home while preserving the existing first mortgage, but it adds a second payment and does not remove the departing spouse from the joint mortgage. Alternatives include refinancing, which replaces the existing loan and can fund the buyout, or a lender-approved assumption with a release of liability, which preserves the cu... more
Oct 19, 2026 1:03 PM
— Mortgage Lending
Chase, Rocket lead the pack for digital satisfaction in mortgage servicing
A J.D. Power survey found that traditional bank mortgage servicers generally deliver better digital servicing experiences than nonbank servicers. Chase led bank servicers in mobile app satisfaction, while Bank of America ranked highest for bank servicing websites. Rocket Mortgage topped nonbanks for both app and website satisfaction. Borrowers value easy account management, clear payment and trans... more
Oct 19, 2026 1:02 PM
— Mortgage Lending
Opendoor is piloting a 2% down shared equity option in North Carolina
Opendoor is piloting a shared-equity homeownership program in North Carolina with Ownify. Qualified buyers can purchase eligible Opendoor homes with 2% down and a fixed monthly payment for five years. The program may help Opendoor sell inventory, but questions remain about costs and equity after five years, what payments look like in year six, and whether the model can scale given its capital need... more
Oct 19, 2026 1:01 PM
— Mortgage-Backed Securities
AGNC Investment Corp. Announces Third Quarter 2026 Financial Results
AGNC Investment reported a $1.28 comprehensive loss per share and a 12.7% negative economic return for the third quarter of 2026, as sharp increases in interest rates and Treasury market volatility weakened Agency mortgage-backed securities. Tangible book value per share fell 16.9% to $7.13. The company declared a $0.36 dividend per share and ended the quarter with a $94.4 billion investment portf... more
Oct 19, 2026 12:58 PM
— Mortgage Rates
Mortgage Rates Start Week Higher
Mortgage rates rose moderately, with the average top-tier 30-year fixed rate reaching 7.43%—up 0.06 percentage points from Friday and 0.10 from Thursday’s low. Rates remain near their lowest levels since September 23. The move lacked a specific economic trigger and appears tied to shifting bond-market sentiment; tech stocks rebounded, and broad market sentiment may continue to influence rates amid... more
Oct 19, 2026 12:49 PM
— Housing Market
Homebuilder sentiment sinks to 14-yr low, while canceled home sales skyrocket
Yahoo Finance reporter Claire Boston discusses factors behind falling homebuilder sentiment and a sharp rise in canceled home sales.
Oct 19, 2026 12:28 PM
— Treasury Rates
The 10-year Treasury yield is above 5%. Should savers lock in now?
The 10-year U.S. Treasury yield closed at 5.09%, offering savers a relatively high fixed return backed by the federal government. Treasuries can lose value if sold before maturity when interest rates rise, so whether they make sense depends on an investor’s time horizon, liquidity needs, and risk tolerance. Experts suggest considering a diversified mix of savings options and avoiding attempts to t... more
Oct 19, 2026 12:21 PM
— Mortgage Lending
Rate's Shant Banosian on navigating today's housing headwinds
Rate President Shant Banosian discusses how his top mortgage origination team is advising borrowers amid current market headwinds and which habits loan officers should adopt or avoid.
Oct 19, 2026 12:19 PM
— Mortgage Lending
Bank of America: 2027 mortgage originations to drop to $1.72T
Bank of America forecasts U.S. mortgage originations of $1.719 trillion in 2027, including about $344 billion in refinances. It expects weaker housing conditions and home sales, along with slightly higher year-end rates, to limit growth. The forecast is below the Mortgage Bankers Association’s $1.99 trillion and Fannie Mae’s $1.86 trillion projections.
Oct 19, 2026 11:27 AM
— Mortgage Lending
B of A: Agency MBS issuances to decline by 16% in 2027
BTIG expects third-quarter mortgage origination volume at loanDepot, PennyMac Financial Services, Rithm, Rocket Companies, and UWM Holdings to be 5% below industry consensus.
Oct 19, 2026 11:23 AM
— Housing Market
Homebuyer Interest Hits 14-Year Low Despite Builder Discounts
Prospective buyer traffic at newly built homes fell to 18 in October, matching a low last seen in 2012, as high home prices and mortgage rates around 7.4% deterred buyers. Builders are responding with price cuts and incentives, including mortgage-rate buydowns, but buyer interest remains weak.
Oct 19, 2026 11:22 AM
— Housing Market
Quality of Life vs. Cost in 99 Cities Across the Americas
A comparison of 99 cities in North and South America finds that Cuenca, Querétaro, and several Canadian cities offer relatively high quality of life at lower living costs. Major U.S. cities such as Los Angeles and New York often pair high costs with weaker livability, though San Diego scores highly on quality of life despite its expense. The article also notes that affordability depends on local w... more
Oct 19, 2026 11:22 AM
— Mortgage Lending
Still Renting While You Wait for Lower Mortgage Rates? Make a Plan Before Your Next Lease Renewal
The article advises renters to make a practical homebuying decision before renewing a lease rather than waiting solely for mortgage rates to fall. It recommends setting a comfortable monthly housing budget, comparing the full costs of renting and buying, and asking a lender to model current-rate, savings, and hypothetical lower-rate scenarios. Renters should also coordinate lease deadlines with a ... more
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