A Zillow survey finding that roughly three-quarters of Hispanic and Black sellers were steered into private networks, compared with about one-quarter of white sellers, reveals a significant racial gap in how listing options are presented. The numbers, reported directly by Zillow, point to a [...]
Hayward 40-unit affordable workforce housing fully leased; 208-household waiting list signals strong demand and underwriting upside for private lenders also
Private lenders: Saluda Grade's $20M investment in Zippy, underwrites manufactured-home expansion beyond 27 states and development of new lending products.
An executive update from Reffkin highlights notable seller behavior: 43% of listings have recorded at least one price reduction and 6% have been withdrawn from the market. Those figures point to a broad recalibration of seller expectations and inventory management practices, as more listings [...]
Mortgage applications down 2.7%; 30-yr conforming rate at 7.50% as adjustable-rate loans expand market share, raising origination opportunities and risk. Market update.
Federal tax-credit proposal could increase demand for multi-gen home renovations, expanding renovation loan pipelines and opportunities for private lenders. (155 chars)
MBA roadmap urges lower FHA premiums and mortgage-pricing changes, proposing lender-rule shifts with implications for private lenders risk and pricing strategies
Ginnie Mae's MBS portfolio rose to $3.03T, expanding agency MBS supply and affecting pricing, liquidity and operating considerations for private lenders.now
FHLBank Chicago expanded MPF low-balance pricing for members, adding conventional mortgage options up to $450,000—implications, insight for private lenders
Zippy has secured new investment to accelerate expansion of its existing 27-state footprint, positioning the company to scale operations and deepen market penetration across a broad geographic base. The capital is expected to underwrite operational growth — including staffing, technology upgrades, expanded distribution and [...]
