We got a jobs Friday hat trick, with jobs beating estimates, positive revisions and robust wage growth.
Both metrics fell modestly as the industry progresses into a year that could see big changes stemming from FHA and Ginnie Mae policy.
The new final rule is designed to ease access for more community-based entities into FHA lending programs, according to the agency.
Lawmakers in the Senate and House are aiming to address issues of housing supply and affordability with new legislation.