Government-backed originations increased in the second quarter thanks to a seasonal boost in purchase mortgages. FHA production outpaced VA lending, and the top lenders largely increased originations. (Includes three data charts.)

Federal housing agencies are directing mortgage servicers to instate a moratorium on foreclosures for homeowners affected by the Maui wildfires.

The FHA Credit Watch Termination Initiative is separate from any action taken by HUD’s Mortgagee Review Board.

The trade group suggested HUD streamline property valuation data for HECMs through a waterfall of appraisal options that could eliminate the need for a second appraisal in some cases.

HUD extends public benefits program comment period by 30 days; FHA seeks director of single-family program development; CFPB fines a top VA lender.

The Department of Housing and Urban Development, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac reminded lenders and servicers of the options available to homeowners impacted by the deadly wildfires in Maui.

Following several months of steady growth, issuance of Ginnie Mae securitizations dropped slightly in July. (Includes two data charts.)

Finance of America took a hit in the second quarter from the cost of integrating the operations of AAG into its business.

The delinquency rates on FHA and VA loans decline; USDA revises areas that no longer qualify as “rural” under its single-family housing program; FHA has released updates to its single-family housing policy handbook.

HUD is seeking feedback on a plan to make permanent COVID-era flexibilities related to face-to-face meeting requirements between delinquent borrowers and mortgage servicers.