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Rate Lock Volumes Rise 43% in March

Rate lock dollar volumes jumped 43% month-over-month in March, driven by seasonal tailwinds, falling interest rates, and stronger purchase market performance, according to Black Knight.

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Cash-Out Refis Could Trap Many Borrowers

The American Enterprise Institute and Center for Responsible Lending are jointly warning borrowers that cash-out refinances may worsen their financial stability for years to come by shouldering monthly payments that are significantly higher.

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Home Purchase Mortgage Apps Fell Nearly 30% in December

Mortgage applications for new home purchases decreased 25.2% in December compared to a year ago, according to a new report from the MBA Builder Application Survey. The data shows the number of applications and estimated sales are more than 20% behind last year's pace.

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HUD Announces New Steps to Combat Racial Bias in Appraisals

“HUD is committed to making the appraisal process fair nationwide. We must eliminate bias in home valuations so that everyone can equally reap the benefit of wealth—and intergenerational wealth—that come along with homeownership,” said HUD Secretary Marcia L. Fudge.

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