Big Banks Post a Sharp Second-Quarter Mortgage Rebound
JPMorgan, Wells Fargo and Bank of America grew mortgage originations roughly 32% on average in Q2 — banks are competing for home loans again.
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Mortgage Credit Tightens to Its Lowest Level Since December
The MBA’s credit availability index fell 2% in June, led by a 4.6% drop in FHA and VA programs — tightening options for stretched borrowers.
Commercial Mortgage Maturities in 2026: Why the Refinance Wall Matters
A wall of commercial mortgage maturities hits in 2026. Why refinancing math, not property performance, is the real risk.
Mortgage Applications Are Rising: What They Say About Buyer Demand
Mortgage applications are running above year-ago levels. What weekly application data says about buyer demand in 2026.
Mortgage Rates Today: Why 30-Year Rates Are Still Above 6% and What the Fed Means for Homebuyers
Mortgage rates remain above 6%. Here’s why the Fed does not directly set mortgage rates and what buyers should watch in 2026.