Government insured mortgage loan applications higher than private mortgage applications as borrowers see easier access to loans that have less down payment requirements. Generally if you qualify for a government loan, it is always the better deal as private lenders are looking to make the extra buck.
http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=20601103&sid=auNBuE3UfkQ4
Mortgage applications, and refinance loan applications increased last week according to the Mortgage Bankers Association. Which means there’s buyer interest for homes with the low 30-year borrowing interest rates in place.
http://www.reuters.com/article/economicNews/idUSNYS00521120090708
Mortgage applications and refinancing activities dropped from the prior week according to Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA).
http://www.marketwatch.com/story/week-to-week-mortgage-applications-off-189-mba