Citadel posted record origination volume for the company in the second quarter, with help from products beyond the typical non-qualified mortgage offerings. Citadel also stands out by servicing its originations and largely avoiding contributing to non-agency MBS.
Redwood’s margins from non-agency mortgage activity declined in the second quarter and aren’t expected to increase much for the rest of the year, according to officials at the REIT. Redwood also has changed its MBS issuance strategy, putting seasoned mortgages into deals.
JPMorgan Chase is increasing its issuance of jumbo MBS backed by loans with relatively high LTV ratios. Meanwhile, Flagstar Bank is contributing loans to a jumbo MBS from Goldman Sachs.
The CFPB should allow compensating factors to be considered in lieu of a strict 43% DTI ratio limit for determining QM status, according to two separate proposals.
Issuance of expanded-credit MBS is set for a strong start in the third quarter. Presale reports for eight deals were published in the past two weeks, including the second-largest post-crisis issuance.
The creation of a U.S. sovereign wealth fund could grease the skids for an end to the conservatorships of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.
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