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Existing-home sales edge up with help from tamer prices

Existing-home sales in the US barely rose in November, as a recent moderation in price growth and mortgage rates motivated buyers at the margin. Processing Content Contract closings ticked up 0.5% to an annual rate of 4.13 million last month, according to National Association of Realtor figures released Friday. That was the highest since February […]

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Mortgage brokers optimistic about housing market in 2026

Mortgage brokers are optimistic about the year ahead, with many anticipating more business. Processing Content AD Mortgage’s Mortgage Professionals Pulse Report and 2026 Outlook found 57.6% of the more than 300 brokers surveyed said they felt motivated heading into the new year and 84.5% said they expect business to grow in 2026. “Partner feedback confirms

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Senate confirms key leaders at Ginnie Mae, FHA

Senate confirmations have officially filled key leadership posts at Department of Housing and Urban Development entities, ending formal vacancies that have taken most of the year to fill. Processing Content Ginnie Mae President Joe Gormley and Federal Housing Administration Commissioner Frank Cassidy are industry veterans that have been serving in acting roles for much of

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