The ongoing trade war between the U.S. and China has hindered growth, but new commentary discusses if it could spark the next economic downturn.
Read More »A Closer Look at Hispanic Homeownership
In this video spotlight, expert panels share their perspectives on the challenges faced by Hispanic Americans in areas of homeownership, savings and investments, and entrepreneurial opportunities.
Read More »Economic Ironies
It was the best of times; it was the worst of times. But with the U.S. economy thriving, what's with the housing market's paradoxical-seeming doldrums?
Read More »Senate Banking Committee Talks Housing Regulation
The Senate Banking Committee held a hearing titled “Implementation of the Economic Growth, Regulatory Relief and Consumer Protection Act,” discussing the Act's rules for mortgage lenders and servicers. Click through to learn more.
Read More »Dodd-Frank Reform and Tenant Protections in Foreclosure
On Thursday, President Trump signed Senate Bill 2155, the Economic Growth, Regulatory Relief, and Consumer Protection Act, into law. The bill, designed evolve and streamline regulations put in place by the 2010 Dodd-Frank Act, was passed by the House of ...
Read More »Industry Sounds Off on Dodd-Frank Reform Bill
The House of Representatives on Tuesday voted in favor of S. 2155, the Economic Growth, Regulatory Relief and Consumer Protection Act. The bill seeks to evolve and streamline regulations put in place by the 2010 Dodd-Frank Act. The final vote ...
Read More »Economic Growth and Job Gains to Fuel Housing Market
In its monthly video series highlighting housing data, The National Association of Realtors lists the top trends in real estate for 2018.
Read More »Predicting Economic Growth
Despite an uncertain political climate and lower-than-projected growth the first half of the year, the U.S. economy is still poised for strong growth by the close of 2017. Find out just how much growth in Fannie Mae’s latest report.
Read More »Sliding Into an Economic Slowdown
Fannie Mae experts are predicting a sluggish second half to 2017, see what factors they point to as the cause.
Read More »Proceed With Caution: Existing Home Sales and Economic Growth
Monday, Fannie Mae reported that they expect a rebound in economic growth and consumer spending will resume its position as the biggest contributor. With labor and inventory shortages still prevalent, the housing market hasn’t changed very much and home prices are still on the rise. Based on their research, Fannie expects mortgage rates to remain supportive, but the outlook on existing home sales remains cautious.
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