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More homebuyers seek government-backed loans as an affordability lifeline

Housing Wire

Since many of the existing homeowners who purchased or refinanced during the pandemic boom are not giving up their low rates to make moves, most of the individual buyers in the market right now are first-time homebuyers who are facing a massive affordability shock, Donella Strickland, a loan officer at CMG Home Loans , told HousingWire.

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Homebuyers are taking more risks in an obstacle-filled market

Housing Wire

Property insurance premiums and property tax hikes have also added financial strain, particularly in disaster-prone regions like the Southeast and West, where insurance carriers are passing on higher costs to homeowners. ADUs are also gaining popularity as homeowners seek rental income to offset mortgage expenses.

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Cause for concern? FHA, VA delinquencies are rising quickly

Housing Wire

The higher delinquency rates for FHA and VA loans are attributed to borrowers with lower credit scores and higher debt-to-income ratios. These are homeowners that just squeaked into their loan, they may have a down payment assistance program that they’re on that they just managed to qualify.

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First-time homebuyers becoming first-time home sellers

Housing Wire

Younger homeowners were the most likely to express second thoughts 94% of Gen Z and 86% of Millennials acknowledged mistakes, compared to 48% of Baby Boomers. Whatever that looks like, they’re kind of maxing out with the debt-to-income ratio. They’re getting a loan.

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5 tips for finding the right mortgage lender for you

Housing Wire

To find a qualified lender, you need a good credit score and a good debt-to-income ratio, which is the percentage of a consumer’s monthly gross income that goes to paying down debt. Before providing homeowners with a loan, lenders want to know they’re able to pay down charges in a timely manner. .

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Unison unveils ‘hybrid’ home equity sharing loan

Housing Wire

The product is a second mortgage with a below-market interest rate that allows a homeowner to tap into their equity without refinancing their existing mortgage. With lower monthly payments, made possible by shared home appreciation, homeowners can confidently pursue their financial goals with peace of mind.”

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Is the FHFA about to delay the refi fee?

Housing Wire

The FHFA has been widely criticized both for the reasoning given for the fee and the short three-week notice to lenders and homeowners already in the middle of a refinance process. However, when this policy was announced, no further explanation was provided to justify the additional cost to homeowners.