Expanded use of bid-tape AOT transactions and mandatory mortgage deliveries increase lender efficiencies and boost profits, according to hedge consultancy Mortgage Capital Trading.
It was a tough quarter for warehouse lending, but that was to be expected, given the state of interest rates and primary market production. The good news? Plenty of credit is available. (Includes data chart.)
The proposed rule would direct all HUD program participants to proactively take actions to overcome patterns of segregation, promote fair housing choice and eliminate disparities in opportunities, among other issues.
First Republic Bank’s share price declined even after 11 big banks deposited $30 billion into the institution in a show of support. Western Alliance Bank has fared better, without coordinated support from other banks.
The failures of Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank have put much of the banking system on shaky ground. Lenders with similar balance sheets that are more heavily involved in the mortgage market are under scrutiny.
Communication is key when mortgage companies face financial difficulties and potential breaches of warehouse financing covenants. Warehouse providers are looking for profitability plans for nonbanks.
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