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Oct 16, 2026 2:15 PM
— Mortgage Lending
Investment property hotspots may present DSCR opportunity
The article highlights that successful loan originators kept mortgage deals moving despite market challenges, sharing the strategies behind their performance.
Oct 16, 2026 1:59 PM
— Mortgage Lending
GSE shareholders closer to big payout after petition denial
The article roundup covers developments involving Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, including potential changes to their structure, privatization prospects, cost-saving initiatives, mortgage servicing policy, and increased mortgage-backed securities purchases. It also mentions a lender’s expansion into direct lending and strategies used by successful loan originators.
Oct 16, 2026 11:53 AM
— Mortgage Lending
Servicers must watch non QM as negative outcomes grow
The article highlights several mortgage-industry developments: ICE dropped a planned SDK access fee as migration lags; homeowners allege Roundpoint charged improper fees; Pentiv is developing AI tools for recruiting and mortgage renewals; California regulators seek to suspend Wallick & Volk’s license over escrow-fund handling; a Figure unit postponed a $346 million residential mortgage-backed secu... more
Oct 16, 2026 10:58 AM
— Mortgage Lending
Canadian fintech's broker AI may extend to United States
The article’s overview highlights recent mortgage-industry developments, including leadership changes and growth at Better, efforts to control AI spending, new AI funding and tools, vendor-transition challenges, renovation-financing partnerships, and loan originators’ strategies for keeping deals moving.
Oct 16, 2026 10:15 AM
— Mortgage Lending
Escrow violation shows why lenders must prioritize bookkeeping
The article’s overview highlights recent mortgage-industry developments, including an alleged data breach at NFM Lending, ICE’s decision to drop a planned SDK access fee, leadership and board appointments, legal disputes involving Zillow and Unlock Technologies, increased FHFA suspensions, and insights from successful loan originators.
Oct 16, 2026 10:01 AM
— Mortgage Lending
Consumers put another servicer on watch with lawsuit over fees
Mortgage-industry updates cover ICE postponing an SDK access fee as clients lag in migrating, new AI tools for recruitment and identifying at-risk mortgage renewals, a California license suspension risk tied to escrow-fund commingling, a postponed $346 million residential mortgage-backed securities offering, AI-driven workflow automation, debate over including speculative recapture estimates in mo... more
Oct 16, 2026 7:06 AM
— Mortgage Lending
Home equity deal shows VantageScore viable for RMBS ratings
The article says a company has selected UBS Group and Cantor Fitzgerald to arrange an offering intended to raise up to $500 million. The discussions are private, according to sources familiar with the matter.
Oct 16, 2026 3:41 AM
— Mortgage Lending
Basel may encourage more nonbank mortgage lenders to go bank
Proposed changes to bank capital rules may unintentionally encourage independent mortgage bankers (IMBs), or nonbank mortgage companies, to acquire banks or bank charters.
Oct 15, 2026 2:15 PM
— Housing Market
Housing markets
The housing market is weakening as rising mortgage rates reduce purchase applications and sales, while inventory and price cuts increase. Buyers are gaining leverage through seller concessions and discounts, and homebuilders face sluggish demand and competition from existing homes. Other reports note growing foreclosure activity, changing investor behavior, and continued demand for renovation fina... more
Oct 15, 2026 1:56 PM
— Mortgage Lending
Build-to-rent communities now eligible for FHA financing
The article highlights seven mortgage and housing developments, including a decline in investor home purchases, proposed FHA property-standard changes, rising mortgage rates and housing-market challenges, substantial homeowner equity, the prospect of further Fed rate hikes, increased mortgage delinquencies in two states, and loan originators’ strategies for keeping deals moving.
Oct 15, 2026 1:55 PM
— Housing Market
Ginnie growth points to lender reliance on government loans
Redfin estimates that the housing market had 62.6% more home sellers than buyers last month, the largest gap since at least 2013.
Oct 15, 2026 11:51 AM
— Mortgage Lending
New-home sales dip shows need to focus on revenue streams
The article highlights mortgage industry developments, including legal scrutiny of home-equity products and mortgage assistance, limited AI maturity among mortgage companies, upcoming servicing policy changes, a widening gap between home sellers and buyers, and the importance of lender-broker relationships and effective loan origination.
Oct 15, 2026 9:49 AM
— Interest Rates
Mortgage rates flat this week, but prepare for uncertainty
The article says markets initially welcomed an expected inflation-fighting rate increase, but renewed discussion of a future hike brought back concerns.
Oct 15, 2026 9:13 AM
— Mortgage Lending
Fintech Homa adds mortgage lending as AI competition heats up
A new AI-powered homebuying platform is entering the mortgage market, advertising that it can return up to 2% of a home’s purchase price to buyers.
Oct 15, 2026 8:24 AM
— Mortgage Lending
Diminished homebuyer demand signals risk for lenders
The provided text is a collection of article headlines and brief descriptions about mortgage and housing industry developments, including HUD affordability policies, mortgage servicing rights valuation, credit reporting, non-QM issuance, refinancing demand, digital servicing, and loan origination. It does not identify one clearly dominant story.
Oct 14, 2026 4:01 PM
— Mortgage Lending
The Latest
The article highlights mortgage industry developments, including a forecast of $175 billion in non-qualified mortgage originations, expectations of lower mortgage volume in 2027, regulatory and servicing changes, and uncertainty over how inflation and possible Federal Reserve rate increases may affect mortgage pricing. It also notes lender market-share questions and operational changes across mort... more
Oct 14, 2026 3:03 PM
— Mortgage Lending
Rising inflation drives requests for foreclosure advice
A series of natural disasters, including tornadoes and hailstorms, has led to increased claims and foreclosure rates in the Central U.S., particularly affecting FHA concentrations. A recent report addresses the rise in delinquency rates and offers solutions for mortgage companies. Meanwhile, mortgage applications have declined by 6% as mortgage rates reach a near three-year high, while the share o... more
Oct 14, 2026 2:53 PM
— Mortgage Lending
ARMs, non-QM are the 4Q opportunities, rate lock data shows
The article discusses how successful loan originators maintained a high level of business despite market challenges in the previous year. They shared their strategies, which include building strong client relationships, leveraging technology for efficiency, and adapting to changing mortgage market conditions. Insights from these professionals highlight the importance of customer service, networkin... more
Oct 14, 2026 2:52 PM
— Mortgage Rates
GSEs seek to support lenders with efficiencies as rate rise
Recent developments at Freddie Mac, Fannie Mae, and Boxabl highlight new avenues for obtaining mortgages or HELOCs. Key factors include the impact of rising 10-year Treasury yields, which are influencing mortgage rates and the housing market. Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are streamlining processes to reduce borrower costs significantly. The bond market's volatility has pushed 30-year fixed mortgage ... more
Oct 14, 2026 12:23 PM
— Mortgage Lending
MBA outlines the policy changes to lower housing costs
The article discusses the challenges faced by mortgage lenders and originators as conforming rates rise and the business landscape shifts. It highlights the impact of these rising rates on buyers, the necessity for lenders to adapt to new business purpose lending practices, and the importance of leveraging technology amidst growth in fintech and banks. Key points include easing seller demands, the... more
Oct 14, 2026 12:10 PM
— Mortgage Lending
Appeals court backs Ginnie Mae over bank in HECM fight
A federal appeals court has ruled in favor of Ginnie Mae against United Wholesale Mortgage, which impacts the bank's lien on specific mortgage assets. Additionally, a new class action lawsuit against Unlock Technologies raises issues about confusing contract terms and significant repayments. Meanwhile, Zillow has requested the dismissal of a new complaint related to previous allegations. Furthermo... more
Oct 14, 2026 11:43 AM
— Mortgage Lending
Inflation report is more bad news for mortgage lenders
Texas Capital Bank accused Ginnie of breaking the law by extinguishing its interest in mortgage collateral related to bankruptcy financing for a lender in 2022. In September 2026, mortgage sellers are easing demands as rates reach 15-month highs, providing buyers with more leverage. Originators are advised to target sidelined buyers before a potential Fed rate hike. Additionally, 10-year Treasury ... more
Oct 14, 2026 8:36 AM
— Mortgage Rates
Pathfinders share ways to handle hurdles in servicing rules
Zillow projects that mortgage rates will exceed 7% by the end of 2026. This forecast comes amidst a changing market, where the mortgage servicing rights industry acknowledges the value of refinancing. Additionally, there has been a notable shift in brokers moving from United Wholesale Mortgage to Rocket's wholesale channel. Recent data shows a decline in agency activity and a significant drop in n... more
Oct 14, 2026 6:04 AM
— Treasury Rates
Inflation uptick puts pressure on Fed to hike again
Rising Treasury yields are pushing up mortgage and other borrowing costs, while investors anticipate the Federal Reserve will keep fighting inflation. The article also notes strong consumer spending and higher oil prices as factors adding pressure to rates.
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