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A $1 billion assessment announced Tuesday for California's FAIR Plan, the state-mandated insurer of last resort, is expected to drive up premiums as companies will likely pass some of the costs onto homeowners.
February 13 -
While Freddie Mac's weekly survey showed 30-year rates falling, other indicators paint a mixed picture for mortgage lenders and borrowers.
February 13 -
But the company took a credit loss provision in the fourth quarter, deciding to add to its reserves because of new mortgage acquisitions to its portfolio.
February 13 -
A series of moves aimed at deleveraging its balance sheet led to the loss, but the bottom line improved markedly over 2023.
February 13 -
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said insurance companies and banks are already pulling out of disaster-prone areas, which could pose problems.
February 12 -
The company more than doubled results over comparable periods and exceeded estimates due to stronger economies of scale and valuation adjustments in its favor.
February 12 -
The latest refinance surge helped lift total application activity up for a second straight week, even as purchases fell, the Mortgage Bankers Association said.
February 12 -
Plaintiffs alleging the lender manipulated home valuations ten years prior argued the interpretation of the rule cited in determining the case's standing was a stretch.
February 11 -
Lenders increased offerings in jumbo and non-QM segments as the industry focuses on customers with strong credit, the Mortgage Bankers Association said.
February 11 -
Similar import taxes on steel and aluminum were imposed by President Trump during his first term, albeit at a lower rate for the latter material.
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