After pushback from large nonbank servicers, state examiners will revise pro-posed regulatory standards. Eight large servicers catch a break on stringency.
Freddie saw a huge gain in single-family servicing in early 2021, especially among nonbank servicers, while slumping FHA production led to a decline in Ginnie servicing. (Includes two data charts.)
Last week, word began to leak out that Caliber Home Loans was talking to New Residential Investment Corp. about a deal. Turns out, the sale chatter was true.
SoftBank places a $500 million bet on the digitization of residential finance by taking a stake in Better.com. Also, mortgage earnings season has begun.
States hope to finalize standards for nonbank servicers despite strong opposition from industry participants. Details are still being ironed out, and implementation remains a concern.