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Oct 16, 2026 3:41 AM
— Mortgage Lending
Basel may encourage more nonbank mortgage lenders to go bank
Proposed changes to bank capital rules may unintentionally encourage independent mortgage bankers (IMBs), or nonbank mortgage companies, to acquire banks or bank charters.
Oct 16, 2026 3:40 AM
— Mortgage Lending
Sens. Warren, Booker ask FTC to probe online real estate practices
Senators Elizabeth Warren and Cory Booker urged the FTC to investigate whether online real estate platforms and large brokerages use practices such as agent lead routing, mortgage steering, and office-exclusive listings to raise costs and reduce transparency for homebuyers.
Oct 16, 2026 3:25 AM
— VA Loans
VA loan limits in 2026: What to know and the best lenders as mortgage rates stay high
The article explains how VA loan entitlement determines whether eligible veterans and service members can buy a home with no down payment. Borrowers with full entitlement have no VA-imposed loan limit, though approval depends on the lender; those with partial entitlement calculate their remaining guarantee using the local conforming loan limit and entitlement already used, and may need a down paym... more
Oct 16, 2026 3:09 AM
— Mortgage Lending
National Advocacy Conference
The Mortgage Bankers Association outlines event registration pricing and discounts, cancellation and refund terms, registration substitutions, accessibility accommodations, and sponsorship inquiries.
Oct 16, 2026 3:00 AM
— Mortgage Rates
Did mortgage rates peak this week?
Sarah Wheeler and Logan Mohtashami discuss whether mortgage rates may have peaked after the 10-year Treasury yield declined from recent highs.
Oct 16, 2026 2:03 AM
— Housing Market
Canadian home sales fall in September as mortgage rates increase, CREA says
Canadian home sales fell 2.3% in September, extending August’s decline, as higher fixed mortgage rates and expectations of a Bank of Canada rate hike weighed on buyers. Home prices and new listings also declined, while the sales-to-new-listings ratio slipped further below its long-term average. Markets expected the central bank to hold rates in October but potentially raise them by 25 basis points... more
Oct 16, 2026 2:00 AM
— Mortgage Rates
A hidden risk appears to be building up in the markets. No one knows exactly what it means
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Oct 16, 2026 2:00 AM
— Housing Market
Canada’s Housing Market Slips Further as Mortgage Rates Climb
Canadian home sales fell 2.3% in September from August, while the benchmark home price slipped 0.4% to C$652,800 and was down 3.5% year over year. Rising bond yields have pushed up fixed mortgage rates, weakening buyer demand amid economic uncertainty, trade tensions, and inflation pressures. Listings also declined, and the Bank of Canada is widely expected to raise interest rates before year-end.
Oct 16, 2026 2:00 AM
— Mortgage Markets
Canada’s Housing Market Slips Further as Mortgage Rates Climb
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Oct 16, 2026 1:20 AM
— Mortgage Rates
Buffett's Berkshire Is Going Long on Homebuilders. Here's Why I'm Moving in the Opposite Direction
Berkshire Hathaway has expanded into homebuilding through acquisitions and investments in major builders, taking a long-term view of U.S. housing demand. The sector remains under pressure from mortgage rates above 7%, high home prices and construction costs, labor shortages, and tariffs. These conditions have restrained sales and forced builders to cut prices, while inflation concerns and anticipa... more
Oct 16, 2026 1:15 AM
— Mortgage Rates
Bad News for Trump. The US Is In Its Worst Bond Crisis Since Alexander Hamilton Was Leading the Treasury
Rising inflation and Federal Reserve rate hikes have pushed Treasury yields sharply higher, driving a historically prolonged bond-market downturn and steep losses for long-duration Treasury funds. The selloff also increases federal borrowing costs and puts upward pressure on mortgage and corporate rates. The article advises investors to understand their bond funds’ maturity exposure, noting that l... more
Oct 16, 2026 12:15 AM
— Mortgage Rates
Felix Nikolas Prehn on mortgage rates and the 10-year Treasury yield
Mortgage rates are closely tied to the 10-year Treasury yield because mortgage-backed securities compete with Treasuries for investors, with mortgage rates adding a spread for risk and lending costs. As the 10-year yield rose from 4.95% to 5.22% between September and October 2026, average 30-year mortgage rates climbed from 6.95% to 7.40%. That is far above the 2.99% average in October 2021, affec... more
Oct 16, 2026 12:00 AM
— Mortgage Lending
Mortgage underwriting has a blind spot: The homeowner’s largest risk
Mortgage underwriting carefully assesses borrowers’ ability to repay, but generally overlooks the homeowner’s risk of concentrating much of their wealth in one highly leveraged property. Research based on one million Freddie Mac loans suggests diversified ownership structures could substantially reduce expected losses compared with conventional mortgages.
Oct 16, 2026 12:00 AM
— Mortgage Finance
Inside The GSEs
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Oct 16, 2026 12:00 AM
— Mortgage Lenders
Best mortgage lenders for first-time homebuyers in 2026
The article reviews mortgage lenders for first-time homebuyers, highlighting options from Chase, Mutual of Omaha, Navy Federal, Northpointe Bank and Pennymac. These lenders offer varied mortgage products and support such as FHA and VA loans, low- or zero-down-payment programs, and down payment or closing-cost assistance. It advises first-time buyers to compare quotes from at least three to five le... more
Oct 16, 2026 12:00 AM
— Mortgage Finance
Inside Mortgage Trends
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Oct 16, 2026 12:00 AM
— Mortgage Lenders
Best FHA Mortgage Lenders for 2026
Bankrate reviewed more than 1,900 mortgage lenders and highlights FHA-focused lenders that met its standards for ratings, geographic reach, complaint records and FHA loan volume. The article explains that FHA loans can suit borrowers with lower credit scores or smaller down payments, but lender rates, fees and service vary. It recommends comparing quotes from two or three lenders, reviewing Loan E... more
Oct 15, 2026 11:21 PM
— Mortgage Rates
Mortgage Rates Hold Steady at 7.40%
Freddie Mac reported that the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate was 7.40% for the week ending October 15, 2026, unchanged from the previous week. The survey tracks conventional home-purchase loans for borrowers with excellent credit and 20% down.
Oct 15, 2026 11:06 PM
— Mortgage Lending
2026 Woman of Influence: Carolyn Gorman
Huntington Bank mortgage director Carolyn Gorman has helped grow the bank’s mortgage business, including a 10% increase in purchase volume, while integrating operations after bank expansions. She also leads affordable lending initiatives, including Home for Good, which uses flexible underwriting and closing-cost assistance to widen access to homeownership. Her work has earned industry recognition ... more
Oct 15, 2026 11:00 PM
— Mortgage Lending
Fixed-rate 30-year mortgage still 7.40%
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Oct 15, 2026 10:15 PM
— Mortgage Lending
Operationalizing AI in Mortgage Lending: Moving beyond fragmented automation to workflow-native intelligence
A HousingWire and MeridianLink white paper examines why mortgage lenders often fail to turn AI experiments into measurable improvements. Fragmented systems, manual document processing, and inconsistent workflows limit automation. It recommends embedding AI directly into the systems, data, and processes used to execute loans.
Oct 15, 2026 10:07 PM
— Bond Markets
Why Bad News in the Bond Market May Be Good News for Investors
The article argues that rising interest rates have made bonds more attractive to investors, illustrating a contrarian investment opportunity.
Oct 15, 2026 6:26 PM
— Mortgage Lending
Guide To First-Time Homebuyer Grants
First-time homebuyer assistance can provide cash for down payments or closing costs, but programs marketed as grants may actually be repayable or conditionally forgivable loans, or lender credits tied to a specific mortgage. Buyers should check eligibility and repayment terms, compare loan rates from multiple lenders, and weigh the one-time grant against the long-term cost of a potentially higher ... more
Oct 15, 2026 5:17 PM
— Housing Market
Ski town housing markets face slower sales amid rising mortgage rates, as luxury market outperforms trends
Colorado’s housing market slowed in September as sales and pending contracts fell, homes took longer to sell, and affordability concerns kept buyers cautious. Rising mortgage rates—reaching 7.57% in October amid a bond-market selloff—added to the pressure, while prices remained relatively stable statewide. The Western Slope was mixed: many areas saw longer selling times and increased inventory, th... more
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The mortgage rates displayed on this site are collected daily from publicly available sources provided by more than 800 lenders. LoanGlass does not receive compensation for listing these rates, and all rates are presented as published by the respective lenders. While every effort is made to ensure accuracy, the information may contain errors or omissions. Mortgage rates are highly dependent on an individual’s financial circumstances, credit profile, loan terms, and other factors. As such, the rates you are quoted directly by a lender may differ materially from the rates displayed here.
Users should contact lenders directly to obtain formal, binding loan offers. If you identify any discrepancies in the data or would like to have your institution’s rates included, please contact us at content@loanglass.com.
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