Refi originations increased by 96.8% on a quarterly basis in the fourth quarter of 2025. For the full year, refi volume was up 61.2% while purchase-mortgage lending increased by 2.4%. (Includes five data tables.)

The House approved legislation this week aimed at increasing housing supply. Before the vote, President Trump called for an additional provision that wasn’t included.

Lenders are examining opportunities to retain more servicing this year as originations are expected to stay steady.