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The Mortgage Bankers Association now predicts a Federal Reserve rate hike to arrive in 2027, as housing price growth also slows over the next two years.
May 18
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Standard & Poor's found modeled foreclosure frequency and loss coverage to be in similar ranges as classic FICO but showed concern about potential bias.
May 15
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The government-sponsored enterprise sees current rate levels likely to stick for longer compared to past forecasts, with the Iran War looming in the background.
May 15
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On a dollar basis, mortgage bankers earned $53 more on each origination versus the fourth quarter, while servicing net income was $64 higher comparatively.
May 15
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The four major underwriters had an increase in first quarter open orders versus the end of 2025 in spite of data showing the number of units produced declined.
May 14
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The blockchain-backed loan marketplace said it sees interest for purchase mortgages coming from existing partners after it reported a profitable start to 2026.
May 12
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Rate-and-term refinances dropped sharply in the short run but the overall number's comparison to a year ago is a different story, according to Optimal Blue.
May 12
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Although posting lower volume than in the fourth quarter, all six active underwriters remained profitable, even with borrowers facing economic turbulence.
May 12
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The changes put out by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac make it clear the Nov. 2 date applies to valuation submissions to the UCDP, not when the loan is delivered.
May 11
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Lender and servicer Loandepot, reeling from a larger loss in the first quarter, could use the potential funds to cover daily operations or repay debt.
May 8
