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Despite elevated interest rates and rising home prices that have intensified affordability issues for Hispanic homebuyers, by 2040, an estimated 70% of new homeowners will be Hispanic. Learn what else this new study from the Urban Institute reveals.

A partial shutdown of government operations would result in the closing of some federal housing, mortgage, and other programs of interest to the housing industry if Congress is unable to agree on the provisions of a Continuing Resolution to fund the federal government by September 30.

At this week’s Five Star Conference & Expo in Dallas, the Institute will name the 2023 winner of the Laurie A. Maggiano Legacy Award for leaving an indelible impact on the industry, and having a positive influence on homeownership.

Purchase demand remained strong in August for newly constructed homes, increasing 20.6% compared to a year ago, according to the MBA Builder Application Survey, while the average loan size for new homes increased to $398,092.

Five Star’s Annual Women in Housing Leadership Awards recognize the achievements of businesswomen whose contributions will continue to impact the housing and mortgage servicing industry for years to come.

While nationwide home prices and average costs of living continue to rise, a new case study from Black Knight highlights servicer success using self-service loss mitigation technology to connect with and engage borrowers in times of financial distress.

The Supplemental Consumer Information Form is used during the mortgage application process, allowing borrowers to voluntarily identify language preferences and provide information on housing counseling and homeownership education they may have received.

According to a new CoreLogic report, new data shows conventional serious delinquency rates remain lower than pre-pandemic levels, even as rates for FHA and VA loans continue to inch upward.

A recent announcement revealed HUD, through the Federal Housing Administration, will allow private flood insurance policies on insured single-family mortgages in special flood hazard areas.

President Biden issues Proclamation marking June as National Homeownership Month as HUD launches “Our Way Home” initiative to boost the nation’s affordable housing supply.