The Trump administration has revealed plans to nominate Dana Wade as Federal Housing Association commissioner. So reports American Banker.

Although U.S. housing starts declined in January, a climb in building permits to an almost 13-year peak indicates ongoing health in the housing market. So reports Reuters.

Mortgage rates edged upward for a second consecutive week, according to Freddie Mac data. But, as the Associated Press reports, rates are still historically low, juicing home sales.