Increased securitization issuance in the fourth quarter helped fuel profits for Ellington Financial.

New ratings methodology and additional historical data on home equity investments should boost investor demand for the product in 2025.

Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell has accused Hometap of violating state consumer protection laws.

Loan officers are learning about new financing options to help homebuyers better navigate today’s high interest rate environment.

New non-QM lender opens shop; Angel Oak REIT posts 4Q loss; A&D Mortgage and Imperial Fund look to attract more insurance company investors through a new partnership with Clearwater Analytics.

Fannie/Freddie MBS pools with maximum credit scores of 700 or less were the most sought-after “story” in 2024, with issuance jumping 64% from the previous year. (Includes data table.)

Public disclosure of credit-risk transfer issuance by banks is limited, but investor demand looks strong and activity is likely to increase.

The investment in the Figure Connect loan marketplace will be used for the purchase of non-agency assets.

Threats of the potential closure of the Department of Education could massively expand private student loan ABS issuance.

A bankruptcy could impact the firm’s outstanding securitizations, including forced replacements of the transaction manager/servicer.