In an effort to reach underserved borrowers seeking a mortgage, more banks are beginning to lower the minimum credit scores required for lending approval, REALTOR® Magazine reports (via HousingWire).

In other headlines:

Housing Comes Roaring Back to Life – Time

What is the real condition of your local housing market? – HousingWire

REALTORS® Generally Expect Prices to Increase Modestly in the Next 12 Months – NAR