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09/04/2026

Cotality: mega investors retreated pre-ROAD act: Mega investors, the smallest segment of non-owner occupied single family homebuyers, were responsible for one-quarter of the unit drop in second quarter sales.

Mega investors, the smallest segment of non-owner occupied single family homebuyers, were responsible for one-quarter of the unit drop in second quarter sales.

09/03/2026

Non-QM specialist Truss Financial becomes latest broker turned lender: The company will begin direct-lending operations in its home state of California, before expanding across the U.S. over coming quarters, its executives said.

The company will begin direct-lending operations in its home state of California, before expanding across the U.S. over coming quarters, its executives said.

09/03/2026

Everyone's been watching mortgage rates. But there's another trend buyers shouldn't overlook...

Every fall, the housing market tends to shift.

More homes hit the market. Asking prices often soften. And sellers are usually more willing to negotiate.

Those seasonal changes happen almost every year – and they can make buying a little easier.

Let's talk about whether those same trends are showing up in our local market – and what it means for you.

09/03/2026

Today's Mortgage Bond Market Update - https://fidelit.ly/mortgage-bond-market-update

09/03/2026

Why Buyers Shouldn't Overlook a Fall Move: You've been waiting for something to change before you buy. It just might not be the thing you expected…

You've been waiting for something to change before you buy. It just might not be the thing you expected…

09/03/2026

Investor eyes GSE merger alternative to trim secondary costs: Merging Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac may not be possible but there is a variation that maintains competition and adds efficiency, according to one shareholder.

Merging Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac may not be possible but there is a variation that maintains competition and adds efficiency, according to one shareholder.

09/02/2026

Have you seen the headlines about using your 401(k) to cover a down payment?

Tapping it can feel like an easy call, especially if you’ve got a good chunk saved up. But pulling from retirement early can trigger penalties and set back the savings you'll want later on.

But you don’t necessarily have to raid your retirement to buy a home. You’ve got other options, like FHA loans, which let qualified buyers put down as little as 3.5%. And down payment assistance programs can help, too.

So, before you touch your 401(k), talk with a trusted financial advisor. They can help you find the option that fits your goals and your budget.

09/02/2026

Think New Homes Cost More? Not Right Now.: Most people think a newly built home costs more than an existing one. But right now, that’s actually backwards.

Most people think a newly built home costs more than an existing one. But right now, that’s actually backwards.

09/02/2026

Rising bond yields drive lenders to adjust priorities: With the 10-year Treasury yield hitting a 19-month high, mortgage industry executives are bracing for a tougher-than-usual end of year.

With the 10-year Treasury yield hitting a 19-month high, mortgage industry executives are bracing for a tougher-than-usual end of year.

09/01/2026

House Republicans debut CFPB reform package: The Republican proposal would bring the CFPB under congressional appropriations and curb several of its regulatory powers.

The Republican proposal would bring the CFPB under congressional appropriations and curb several of its regulatory powers.