Fergal McAlinden

Fergal McAlinden

Fergal McAlinden is North America news editor at Mortgage Professional America and Canadian Mortgage Professional, where he reports on the US and Canadian mortgage and housing markets. Fergal joined the company in 2021, and previously worked as a reporter for a B2B industry publication in Toronto and in various freelance roles. He holds a First-Class Honours degree in Journalism.

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As mortgage rates hit a four-month high, how are brokers reacting?

Rates are climbing again after a prolonged fall during the summer – but buyers aren’t exactly panicking, according to a prominent mortgage broker

As mortgage rates hit a four-month high, how are brokers reacting?

US existing-home sales smash barrier for first time in three years

Is the downturn finally over?

US existing-home sales smash barrier for first time in three years

How brokers and lenders can tap into a ‘seismic shift’ underway in minority homebuying

Minority homebuying cohorts are continuing to gain traction in the mortgage market – and one association president is urging mortgage professionals to sit up and take note

How brokers and lenders can tap into a ‘seismic shift’ underway in minority homebuying

What impact will Trump have on mortgage rates?

The president-elect says he'll bring rates down to 3%. But critics believe his administration's policies could be inflationary

What impact will Trump have on mortgage rates?

UWM EVP: Expect rate cuts and a busier market in 2025

Lower mortgage rates are on the way in the year ahead, according to a top UWM executive – and that means brokers need to gear up for an uptick in purchase activity

UWM EVP: Expect rate cuts and a busier market in 2025

Housing starts tumble in October

Hurricanes in the South were among the main reasons behind a slide in home construction for the month

Housing starts tumble in October

FHFA to hike multifamily loan caps for Freddie and Fannie in 2025

Agency to raise multifamily limits by more than 4% over this year's levels

FHFA to hike multifamily loan caps for Freddie and Fannie in 2025

Women of the mortgage industry gather to chart a path forward

A women-only mortgage conference held in Austin, Texas saw female members of the industry discuss shared experiences and best practices – and how to push business forward

Women of the mortgage industry gather to chart a path forward

Housing market in Austin, Texas remains robust despite slowdown

High-profile companies have pulled back from the city, but there seems little chance of a deep housing slump as activity continues to tick along

Housing market in Austin, Texas remains robust despite slowdown

Fed in no rush to cut rates, says Powell

Chair cites inflation and the economy as factors that could see the central bank adopt a more cautious approach on rate reductions

Fed in no rush to cut rates, says Powell