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Short Takes: A Kinder and Gentler FHA? / A Rapidly Improving MMIF? / CFPB and FTC Target Loan Modification Scammers / A Continuing Decline in Underwater Homes / MGIC CEO Culver to Retire

July 24, 2014

Paul Muolo, Sherry Muolo, and Thomas Ressler

Or perhaps the FHA is concerned that the private mortgage insurance industry will continue to gain market share at its expense?

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Short Takes: A Kinder and Gentler FHA? / A Rapidly Improving MMIF? / CFPB and FTC Target Loan Modification Scammers / A Continuing Decline in Underwater Homes / MGIC CEO Culver to Retire

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MSR Investors Face Uncertainty on Prepayments

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GSEs, FHLBanks Partner to Boost Housing in Tribal Lands

Featured Data

Another Strong Quarter for Non-Agency MBS Issuance

Ginnie Refi Business Again Posts Solid Gains in October

GSE CRT Up Modestly, Investors Show Strong Demand

Ginnie Loan Removals Spike in 3Q24, VA Activity Leads

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