The FHFA has been pushing Fannie and Freddie to reduce the risk profile of the loans they acquire, and that effort appears to be taking hold as the share of high-risk new business fell drastically in the fourth quarter. (Includes two data charts.)
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Retail originations through mortgage banking rose 22% from the second to the third quarter, while loan sales jumped 37%. (Includes two data charts.)
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When it comes to mortgage-related M&A, 2019 was a bust, right? Well, not exactly. As for 2020, company sales will hinge on rates and loan production. Will weaker players be forced to exit?
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The ways in which servicers interact with borrowers can play a major role in whether the lender/servicer will retain the customer, according to a Stratmor study. Borrowers tend to like email communication.
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Fraud risk on purchase mortgages increased in November after falling for six consecutive months, according to First American. The risk could be contained as long as interest rates stay relatively low.
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A study by Zillow Research predicts that over the next two decades, more than a quarter of the nation’s currently owner-occupied homes are likely to hit the market. Places to feel the most impact will include retirement hubs.
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No rate hikes in 2020? A totally “neutral” Fed? We’ll see about that. Meanwhile, non-QM lenders Angel Oak Mortgage Solutions and Citadel Servicing have bulls in their eyes.
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