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Oct 16, 2026 2:00 AM
— Mortgage Rates
A hidden risk appears to be building up in the markets. No one knows exactly what it means
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Oct 16, 2026 2:00 AM
— Housing Market
Canada’s Housing Market Slips Further as Mortgage Rates Climb
Canadian home sales fell 2.3% in September from August, while the benchmark home price slipped 0.4% to C$652,800 and was down 3.5% year over year. Rising bond yields have pushed up fixed mortgage rates, weakening buyer demand amid economic uncertainty, trade tensions, and inflation pressures. Listings also declined, and the Bank of Canada is widely expected to raise interest rates before year-end.
Oct 16, 2026 1:20 AM
— Mortgage Rates
Buffett's Berkshire Is Going Long on Homebuilders. Here's Why I'm Moving in the Opposite Direction
Berkshire Hathaway has expanded into homebuilding through acquisitions and investments in major builders, taking a long-term view of U.S. housing demand. The sector remains under pressure from mortgage rates above 7%, high home prices and construction costs, labor shortages, and tariffs. These conditions have restrained sales and forced builders to cut prices, while inflation concerns and anticipa... more
Oct 16, 2026 1:15 AM
— Mortgage Rates
Bad News for Trump. The US Is In Its Worst Bond Crisis Since Alexander Hamilton Was Leading the Treasury
Rising inflation and Federal Reserve rate hikes have pushed Treasury yields sharply higher, driving a historically prolonged bond-market downturn and steep losses for long-duration Treasury funds. The selloff also increases federal borrowing costs and puts upward pressure on mortgage and corporate rates. The article advises investors to understand their bond funds’ maturity exposure, noting that l... more
Oct 16, 2026 12:15 AM
— Mortgage Rates
Felix Nikolas Prehn on mortgage rates and the 10-year Treasury yield
Mortgage rates are closely tied to the 10-year Treasury yield because mortgage-backed securities compete with Treasuries for investors, with mortgage rates adding a spread for risk and lending costs. As the 10-year yield rose from 4.95% to 5.22% between September and October 2026, average 30-year mortgage rates climbed from 6.95% to 7.40%. That is far above the 2.99% average in October 2021, affec... more
Oct 15, 2026 11:21 PM
— Mortgage Rates
Mortgage Rates Hold Steady at 7.40%
Freddie Mac reported that the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate was 7.40% for the week ending October 15, 2026, unchanged from the previous week. The survey tracks conventional home-purchase loans for borrowers with excellent credit and 20% down.
Oct 15, 2026 11:06 PM
— Mortgage Lending
2026 Woman of Influence: Carolyn Gorman
Huntington Bank mortgage director Carolyn Gorman has helped grow the bank’s mortgage business, including a 10% increase in purchase volume, while integrating operations after bank expansions. She also leads affordable lending initiatives, including Home for Good, which uses flexible underwriting and closing-cost assistance to widen access to homeownership. Her work has earned industry recognition ... more
Oct 15, 2026 11:00 PM
— Mortgage Lending
Fixed-rate 30-year mortgage still 7.40%
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Oct 15, 2026 10:15 PM
— Mortgage Lending
Operationalizing AI in Mortgage Lending: Moving beyond fragmented automation to workflow-native intelligence
A HousingWire and MeridianLink white paper examines why mortgage lenders often fail to turn AI experiments into measurable improvements. Fragmented systems, manual document processing, and inconsistent workflows limit automation. It recommends embedding AI directly into the systems, data, and processes used to execute loans.
Oct 15, 2026 10:07 PM
— Bond Markets
Why Bad News in the Bond Market May Be Good News for Investors
The article argues that rising interest rates have made bonds more attractive to investors, illustrating a contrarian investment opportunity.
Oct 15, 2026 6:26 PM
— Mortgage Lending
Guide To First-Time Homebuyer Grants
First-time homebuyer assistance can provide cash for down payments or closing costs, but programs marketed as grants may actually be repayable or conditionally forgivable loans, or lender credits tied to a specific mortgage. Buyers should check eligibility and repayment terms, compare loan rates from multiple lenders, and weigh the one-time grant against the long-term cost of a potentially higher ... more
Oct 15, 2026 5:17 PM
— Housing Market
Ski town housing markets face slower sales amid rising mortgage rates, as luxury market outperforms trends
Colorado’s housing market slowed in September as sales and pending contracts fell, homes took longer to sell, and affordability concerns kept buyers cautious. Rising mortgage rates—reaching 7.57% in October amid a bond-market selloff—added to the pressure, while prices remained relatively stable statewide. The Western Slope was mixed: many areas saw longer selling times and increased inventory, th... more
Oct 15, 2026 5:01 PM
— Mortgage Lending
Mortgage AI adoption & Document Intelligence at Consolidated Analytics
Consolidated Analytics COO Rudy Zabran discussed how his decades of football coaching have shaped his leadership approach, emphasizing clear standards, preparation and consistent execution. He also described the company’s use of LoanDNA and document intelligence to improve mortgage data processing, operational efficiency and lenders’ ability to scale.
Oct 15, 2026 4:43 PM
— Mortgage Lending
Non-QM’s growth story is just getting started, industry pros say
Union Home Mortgage executive Chad Schoep urged mortgage originators to offer non-qualified mortgage loans, warning that borrowers may choose lenders with a simpler path. Non-QM loans typically allow more flexible underwriting than qualified mortgages, and originators can benefit by educating their sales teams about the products.
Oct 15, 2026 4:33 PM
— Mortgage Finance
Inside MBS & ABS, Full Issue, Oct. 16, 2026 (PDF)
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Oct 15, 2026 4:11 PM
— Mortgage Rates
Weekly Mortgage Rates Fall, But Fannie Mae Forecasts Higher Rates Ahead
The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate fell seven basis points to 7.34%, ending a seven-week rise. However, Fannie Mae sharply raised its forecasts, expecting rates to average 7.4% in late 2026 and reach 7.5% in 2027, partly amid persistent inflation and uncertainty about Federal Reserve policy. Higher rates could increase monthly payments, though buyers may face less competition in the slower se... more
Oct 15, 2026 4:11 PM
— Mortgage Rates
Weekly Mortgage Rates Fall, But Fannie Mae Forecasts Higher Rates Ahead
The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate fell to 7.34% for the week ending Oct. 15, ending a seven-week run of increases. However, Fannie Mae raised its forecast, expecting rates to average 7.4% in late 2026 and reach 7.5% in 2027, as persistent inflation and possible Federal Reserve rate hikes put pressure on borrowing costs. Higher rates could substantially increase monthly payments, though buyer... more
Oct 15, 2026 4:11 PM
— Mortgage Rates
Weekly Mortgage Rates Fall, But Fannie Mae Forecasts Higher Rates Ahead
The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate fell 7 basis points to 7.34%, ending a seven-week run of increases. However, Fannie Mae sharply raised its outlook, forecasting rates around 7.4% in late 2026 and 7.5% in 2027, partly amid persistent inflation and uncertainty about Federal Reserve policy. Higher rates could substantially increase monthly payments, though buyers may face less competition in t... more
Oct 15, 2026 4:11 PM
— Mortgage Rates
Weekly Mortgage Rates Fall, But Fannie Mae Forecasts Higher Rates Ahead
The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate fell by 7 basis points to 7.34% APR for the week ending October 15, ending a seven-week run of increases.
Oct 15, 2026 4:11 PM
— Mortgage Rates
Weekly Mortgage Rates Fall, But Fannie Mae Forecasts Higher Rates Ahead
The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate fell 7 basis points to 7.34%, ending a seven-week run of increases. However, Fannie Mae raised its forecast, expecting rates to average 7.4% in late 2026 and 7.5% in 2027, which could significantly increase monthly payments. Inflation and expectations about Federal Reserve policy are contributing to rate uncertainty. Buyers may find less competition in the s... more
Oct 15, 2026 4:11 PM
— Mortgage Rates
Weekly Mortgage Rates Fall, But Fannie Mae Forecasts Higher Rates Ahead
Mortgage rates fell to 7.34% this week, ending a seven-week streak of increases. However, Fannie Mae now forecasts rates averaging 7.4% in late 2026 and 7.5% in early 2027, higher than its previous projections, amid persistent inflation and uncertainty about Federal Reserve policy. Higher rates could increase monthly payments, though seasonal weakness in homebuying may give buyers more negotiating... more
Oct 15, 2026 4:11 PM
— Mortgage Rates
Weekly Mortgage Rates Fall, But Fannie Mae Forecasts Higher Rates Ahead
The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate fell 7 basis points to 7.34%, ending a seven-week run of increases. However, Fannie Mae sharply raised its forecast, expecting rates to average 7.4% in late 2026 and reach 7.5% in 2027, partly amid persistent inflation and uncertainty about Federal Reserve policy. Higher rates could significantly increase monthly payments, though buyers may find less competi... more
Oct 15, 2026 4:11 PM
— Mortgage Rates
Weekly Mortgage Rates Fall, But Fannie Mae Forecasts Higher Rates Ahead
The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate fell 7 basis points to 7.34% APR in the week ending October 15, ending a seven-week streak of increases.
Oct 15, 2026 2:39 PM
— Mortgage Lending
Mortgage rates hit the brakes
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