After taking big hits in credit expenses and hedging losses in early 2020, Fannie and Freddie reported more normal net income in the second quarter. (Includes data chart.)
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Not surprisingly, mortgages on retail and lodging properties were hit the hardest in the economic fallout of the coronavirus. Agency multifamily MBS issuance rose significantly in the second quarter. (Includes data chart.)
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Investor demand for non-QM MBS is currently near levels seen before volatility in March, helping to sustain issuance volume. The deal flow could slow soon due to limited originations and economic trends.
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Loans backing securitized products are holding up fairly well even though the use of forbearance has increased. A combination of investor protections and changes in underwriting practices is helping.
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Priority Financial had sued New Residential for reneging on commitments to buy its production during the height of the pandemic. The company also filed similar charges against Angel Oak.
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The economic effects of the pandemic have slowed refi activity for investment properties. That, in turn, has dampened prepayment speeds for 100% investment-property pools, Wells Fargo Securities said.
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