Mortgage Bankers Association Greater Rochester

Looking to make homeownership more affordable in the Greater Rochester area? 🏡

The State of New York Mortgage Agency (SONYMA) offers programs designed to help qualified homebuyers achieve their dream of homeownership — including down payment assistance and competitive mortgage options through the Achieving the Dream program.

Whether you're a first-time buyer or looking for affordable financing solutions, this program may be worth exploring!

Learn more here:
SONYMA Achieving the Dream Program: https://hcr.ny.gov/achieving-dream-program-0?utm_source=google&utm_medium=ds_search&utm_campaign=DS_SONYMA_FY25_Upstate&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22229176490&gbraid=0AAAAADJsKelreP8OOci85uLwA-iDwMsPG&gclid=Cj0KCQjw_IXQBhCkARIsADqELbLgjkWhUMjatKQTuBuEvjk0DdoL3C_Gpuqe9xmrhb2MIRdNJ9vObP8aAopyEALw_wcB

Interested in learning more about available homebuyer grants? 🏡

If you’re a first-time homebuyer, The Housing Council at PathStone offers grant programs that may help make homeownership more affordable.

Take the next step and explore your options here: https://www.thehousingcouncil.org/homebuyers-services-overview

Strong insights from the Rochester MBA Economic Forecast featuring Marina Walsh. The 2026 forecast points to modest growth led by purchase volume, a more stable rate environment, and a continued focus on efficiency and ex*****on. While affordability and inventory remain key challenges, the message was clear: collaboration, discipline, and adaptability will help our industry move forward. Excited to put these insights into action for our members and referral partners.

Thank you to everyone who came out and braved the Rochester cold, and a special thank you to our panelists for the thoughtful dialogue and to our sponsors for making this event possible.