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Jan 9, 2026 10:30 AM
— Mortgage Rates
Mortgage rates just fell below 6% for the first time in years
Mortgage rates fell below 6% for the first time in years after President Trump ordered the purchase of $200 billion in mortgage bonds. This led to a drop in interest rates for 30-year fixed and 15-year fixed mortgages. The move was an attempt to make homeownership more affordable for Americans.
Jan 9, 2026 9:32 AM
— Housing Market
Why the fix-and-flip sector is poised for a breakout in 2026
The fix-and-flip sector, where investors rehabilitate residential properties, is expected to see growth in 2026 due to factors like improving capital availability, interest rate easing, potential inventory growth, and cost efficiencies. The industry is becoming more mainstream, with more accessible capital drawing new participants and housing inventory beginning to loosen. Renovation projects are ... more
Jan 9, 2026 9:15 AM
— Mortgage Rates
Mortgage Rates Flat, Jobs Report Weaker Than Expected | Today, January 9, 2026
Mortgage rates have remained stable, with the 30-year fixed rate at 6.16%. Various economic indicators could put pressure on interest rates, while experts offer advice for refinancing or home buying in 2026. ARMs typically have lower initial rates compared to fixed loans, with predictions for stable rates in the near and medium term. Economic reports and Fed speeches are discussed, with slight inc... more
Jan 9, 2026 8:31 AM
— Mortgage Finance
AI Use in Mortgage Activity Expected to Grow in 2026
The article discusses copyright information for Inside Mortgage Finance Publications in 2026, including design, CMS, hosting, and web development.
Jan 9, 2026 8:30 AM
— Mortgage Rates
What's Up With The New MBS Buying Announcement and The Massive Reaction in The Market?
President Trump announced a plan to direct representatives to buy $200 billion in mortgage-backed securities, which immediately impacted the MBS market. The FHFA director confirmed the authority for this action, stating that the GSEs have enough cash equivalents to handle it. This move is expected to tighten mortgage rates by up to 50 basis points, potentially bringing rates from 6.125% to 5.625%,... more
Jan 9, 2026 8:30 AM
— Mortgage Rates
Trump orders mortgage bond purchases to lower rates. These stocks are jumping in response
President Trump instructed representatives to purchase $200 billion of mortgage bonds in order to lower rates for homebuyers, which caused shares in mortgage lenders to jump. Analysts are divided on the potential impact of this action, with some expecting lower mortgage rates and others viewing the impact as fairly modest. Lower rates could provide relief to house buyers grappling with high rates,... more
Jan 9, 2026 8:30 AM
— Mortgage Rates
Here’s what’s happening now with mortgage rates after Trump's latest push on housing affordability
Mortgage rates dropped after President Trump announced instructing Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to buy $200 billion in mortgage bonds. This move is expected to lower mortgage rates, making home ownership more affordable. Analysts predict mortgage rates to drop by 25-50 basis points or even lower. The drop in rates could benefit homebuyers and current homeowners looking to refinance. The news also ha... more
Jan 9, 2026 7:31 AM
— Mortgage Lenders
FHFA director: Trump to decide on Fannie and Freddie IPO in a ‘month or two’
Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) Director Bill Pulte stated that President Trump is expected to make a decision within the next month or two regarding a potential stock offering for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac through an initial public offering process. The IPOs are part of a broader strategy to address housing affordability challenges. Fannie and Freddie play a crucial role in providing liqui... more
Jan 9, 2026 7:30 AM
— Mortgage Rates
When will mortgage rates go down? The trend into 2026
Mortgage rates have remained in a narrow range into 2026, with the 30-year fixed mortgage rate hovering near its low since 2025. The average 15-year fixed rate is also lower than last year. The Federal Reserve's rate cuts in 2025 have influenced mortgage rates, with expectations for another rate cut in 2026. Mortgage rates follow the 10-year Treasury yield, and the spread between the two affects c... more
Jan 9, 2026 7:30 AM
— Mortgage Rates
Mortgage rate predictions for the next 5 years: A data-driven forecast through 2030
The article discusses housing market predictions for 2026 and forecasts mortgage rates over the next five years based on trends in 10-year Treasury note rates. Different analysts expect varying Treasury yields, with predictions ranging from 3.8% to above 4.1% through 2030. The article suggests using a spread of 2.1 to 2.3 percentage points to estimate future mortgage rates, with predictions of 6.2... more
Jan 9, 2026 6:33 AM
— Mortgage Rates
Jan. 9: LO jobs; PHH webinar series; Agencies to buy one month’s worth of production – like 2020; in-person events for 2026
The article discusses various updates and news within the mortgage industry, including events, job announcements, webinars, and President Trump's order to buy $200 billion in mortgage bonds to lower housing costs. It also mentions the impact of government actions on mortgage rates and home prices.
Jan 9, 2026 6:32 AM
— Housing Market
Compass closes $1.6B Anywhere merger, forms industry giant
Compass and Anywhere have closed their $1.6B merger ahead of schedule after shareholder approval, creating a new real estate industry giant. Trump instructed GSEs to buy $200 billion in mortgage-backed securities to lower rates.
Jan 9, 2026 5:31 AM
— Mortgage-Backed Securities (MBS)
Fairly Tame Jobs Report, MBS Have Magic Armor Either Way
The recent jobs report was mixed, with payrolls falling short of forecast and the unemployment rate ticking down. Despite this, there is not expected to be a significant impact on bond markets. However, Mortgage-Backed Securities (MBS) are rapidly increasing in value due to the administration's plans to buy $200 billion in MBS.
Jan 8, 2026 9:33 PM
— Mortgage Rates
Conforming Mortgage Rates Should Remain Around 6% in 2026
Freddie Mac reports that mortgage rates are slightly higher at the start of 2026, with predictions that they may reach or go under the 6% mark.
Jan 8, 2026 7:32 PM
— Housing Market
Compass-Anywhere merger forces brokers to adjust competitive playbooks
The Compass-Anywhere merger, which was initially expected to close in the summer or fall of 2026, may now close as soon as Friday. This merger will give the combined firm over 50% market share in several metropolitan areas across the U.S. Shareholders at both companies have already approved the merger, and upon closing, Compass will have about 340,000 real estate professionals across the U.S. and ... more
Jan 8, 2026 7:31 PM
— Mortgage Rates
Pulte confirms Fannie and Freddie will buy $200 billion of mortgage bonds, per Trump’s instructions
President Trump proclaimed on social media that he will instruct Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to buy $200 billion in mortgage bonds to lower mortgage rates and monthly payments. The head of the Federal Housing Finance Agency confirmed the plan. Trump also announced plans to ban large institutional investors from buying single-family homes to improve housing affordability. The concept of Fannie and F... more
Jan 8, 2026 5:32 PM
— Housing Market
Friday: Employment Report, Housing Starts, Flow of Funds
On Friday, there will be various economic reports released including the Employment Report for December, Housing Starts for September and October, University of Michigan's Consumer sentiment index for January, and the Q3 Flow of Funds Accounts of the United States.
Jan 8, 2026 5:31 PM
— Mortgage Lending
A real estate investor ban would yank the price floor out of the housing market
President Trump's proposal to ban institutional investors from purchasing single-family homes could lead to plummeting home prices in regional hubs, destabilizing the residential mortgage lending industry. Most investor-owned single-family homes are actually controlled by small-time entrepreneurs with 1 to 5 properties, while mega-investors only own 2.1% of the single-family inventory nationwide. ... more
Jan 8, 2026 4:30 PM
— Housing Market
Trump says he wants government to buy $200 billion in mortgage bonds in a push to bring down mortgage rates
President Trump announced a plan to direct the federal government to buy $200 billion in mortgage bonds to reduce mortgage rates and make homeownership more affordable. This move is in response to concerns about rising home prices and housing affordability. The plan involves Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac using their cash reserves to make the purchases. While the plan could temporarily lower mortgage ... more
Jan 8, 2026 3:32 PM
— Mortgage Rates
Trump directs GSEs to buy $200B in mortgage bonds to lower rates
President Donald Trump directed Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to purchase $200 billion in mortgage-backed securities (MBS) to lower mortgage rates. This move comes as their MBS holdings are approaching regulatory limits. Experts have differing opinions on the impact of this directive.
Jan 8, 2026 3:30 PM
— Mortgage Lenders
Trump announces $200B bond purchase in bid to lower mortgage rates
The article discusses the importance of verifying human identity in online mortgage applications to prevent fraud. It highlights the increasing use of identity verification technology by mortgage lenders to ensure that applicants are who they claim to be.
Jan 8, 2026 2:32 PM
— Housing Market
Trump’s plan to ban institutional homebuyers faces high hurdles, limited impact
President Trump's plan to ban large institutional homebuyers is not expected to have a significant impact on the housing market in the short term due to legislative barriers. Analysts are skeptical of the proposal and believe it will not change housing market forecasts or affordability for the time being. Finance of America hires a new CMO to focus on home equity products for seniors, and the Dece... more
Jan 8, 2026 2:31 PM
— Mortgage Finance
SFR Securitization at Risk With Trump’s Planned Ban
The article discusses the various factors involved in the mortgage lending industry, such as design, content management systems, hosting, and web development.
Jan 8, 2026 2:30 PM
— Bond Markets
Mostly Quiet Ahead of Friday's Jobs Report
Bonds lost ground on Thursday, mainly due to European bond market weakness and a stronger weekly jobless claims report. However, the market is more interested in the upcoming big jobs report for a cleaner reading since the government shutdown.
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Users should contact lenders directly to obtain formal, binding loan offers. If you identify any discrepancies in the data or would like to have your institution’s rates included, please contact us at content@loanglass.com.
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