Banks and thrifts increased their holdings of mortgages they intend to sell by nearly 10% during the second quarter. Both originations and loan sales increased during the quarter. (Includes two data charts.)
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Credit unions produced $53.31 billion of mortgages in the first half of 2023, a 52.9% decline from the same period a year ago. (Includes data chart.)
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A provider of directors and officers insurance is on the book for an $18 million payout tied to Guaranteed Rate’s settlement with the DOJ over charges under the False Claims Act.
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California had more than double the amount of originations by nonbanks in 2022 compared with any other state. The refi share of originations by nonbanks in California was also elevated. (Includes data chart.)
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Many homeowners find the cost of investing in flood mitigation tools outweighs their perceived individual risk. A study funded by Fannie Mae suggests developing a pilot program to address the issue.
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California is set to become the 45th state to allow remote online notarizations for real estate transactions; LOs available 24/7 at Guaranteed Rate; empathetic lenders slow to cut staff; former Black Knight units rebrand as Dark Matter Technologies; Incenter boosts corporate staff; warehouse lending system moves to the cloud.
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