Mortgages news and trends

Low Mortgage Rates Fuel March Home Builder Optimism
Economy // March 16, 2026

Home builder sentiment inched up in March after one metric of mortgage rates dipped to its lowest level since August 2022, the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) said Monday (March 16). Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy...

LoanDepot Tech Investment Powers Highest Loan Volume Since 2022
Earnings // March 10, 2026

LoanDepot increased both its loan origination volume and its market share during the fourth quarter and attributed the gains in part to its investment in technology. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...

Experian to Acquire AI-Powered Mortgage Shopping Platform Own Up
Acquisitions // February 03, 2026

Experian plans to expand its presence in the mortgage industry by acquiring Own Up, an artificial intelligence-powered mortgage shopping platform. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required....

Monzo Acquires Habito to Bolster Mortgage Offerings
Acquisitions // December 16, 2025

U.K. digital bank Monzo says it is set to acquire British mortgage broker Habito. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS...

Interviews & Exclusives
ARM’d and Dangerous: How Adjustable Rate Mortgages Are Bleeding Millions of Americans Dry

August 05, 2025
For millions of Americans, the biggest threat to their personal finances and spending routines isn’t tariffs. It’s their mortgages. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing this form, […]

Rising Mortgage Costs Push Affluent Families to the Financial Edge

August 04, 2025
For decades, homeownership has stood as the bedrock of the American dream — a symbol of prosperity, stability, and upward mobility. But for millions of U.S. households in 2025, that...

High-Income Consumers 64% More Inclined to Seek Mortgages

April 16, 2025
Contrary to conventional wisdom, a recent PYMNTS report, “Interest in Mortgages Rises Among Younger, High-Income Individuals,” uncovers that income level is a significantly stronger predictor than age in determining whether consumers...

Credit Crunch Crushes Dreams: Millions Face Loan Rejections, NY Fed Reports

November 20, 2024
Credit is getting harder to come by, especially for auto loans, mortgages and those with low credit scores. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

Quick Reads
FICO’s Mortgage Pricing Targeted in Senator’s Investigation

March 24, 2026
U.S. Sen. Josh Hawley says he plans to investigate FICO’s mortgage pricing practices. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing this form, you agree to receive marketing communications […]

Low Mortgage Rates Fuel March Home Builder Optimism

March 16, 2026
Home builder sentiment inched up in March after one metric of mortgage rates dipped to its lowest level since August 2022, the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) said Monday...

LoanDepot Tech Investment Powers Highest Loan Volume Since 2022

March 10, 2026
LoanDepot increased both its loan origination volume and its market share during the fourth quarter and attributed the gains in part to its investment in technology. Get the Full Story...

Experian to Acquire AI-Powered Mortgage Shopping Platform Own Up

February 03, 2026
Experian plans to expand its presence in the mortgage industry by acquiring Own Up, an artificial intelligence-powered mortgage shopping platform. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this...