Mortgages
Trump administration floats 50-year mortgages amid affordability crunch
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The White House is weighing whether federal housing agencies should explore 50-year mortgages to lower monthly payments. Supporters have called the idea a potential game changer, while housing economists and even some conservative allies warn it would raise lifetime borrowing costs and slow equity building.
At a viewing on Kungsholmen in Stockholm, prospective buyers express doubts about the new mortgage rules taking effect on April 1. Many believe the relaxations will benefit banks more than buyers and push up prices. It is the last viewing Sunday before the changes.
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Following initial signs of slowdown in late 2025, Buenos Aires' real estate market has stalled in early 2026 with four consecutive months of declining mortgages, developer Miguel Chej Muse said. Prices present buying opportunities amid tight credit, while rentals remain active.
FICO has introduced a new credit scoring system that analyzes payment trends over time, potentially altering mortgage approvals for home buyers. The model aims to provide lenders with a more accurate risk assessment. This change could benefit consistent payers but penalize those with recent lapses.