Don't panic, but keep an eye on consumer confidence, job creation, Fed tapering, overregulation
FHA's 'Blueprint for Access' is not even funded, and it's business as usual at Fannie and Freddie
Rising home prices and mortgage rates are not the culprit
Underwriting is not rocket science -- we had it right for 55 years
Insurer is sending its most profitable, lowest-risk customers packing
Look for Fannie and Freddie's new regulator to push for looser underwriting, down payment requirements
LendingTree reports easing of down payment, credit score requirements
Commentary: Regulators' pullback from risk retention only prevents further tightening
Small down payments won't trigger 'risk retention' requirements
Fannie Mae to require use of tool in the 'near future'
Credit bureaus working to help lenders tell the difference
Percentage of Realtors reporting problems with appraisals also declines
Lenders likely to demand larger down payments from buyers in high-cost markets
Members of Gen X and Y say they're more knowledgeable about homeownership