Originations

The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage remains in the same general vicinity since the post-tariff spike, and significant movement isn't expected soon.

The publicly traded company will become privately held as part of the all-cash servicer-lender acquisition, with a $20-per-share payout to common stockholders.

Both purchase and refinance activity declined last week, despite rates falling to a two-month low with market concerns over geopolitical and tariff issues.

The Mortgage Bankers Association chief thinks the move could fit in with regulatory goals, and it's getting pushback like an earlier version of the concept did.

The average owner experienced a four-figure decline in the first quarter compared to the same period last year even though the negative equity share is low.

The company also made several new executive appointments in 2025 as it aims to turn itself into a national one-stop shop with end-to-end home buying services.

Secondary market interest in home equity contracts is drawing new participants, with 2025 securitization activity ahead of last year, industry leaders said.

The wholesaler, which provides 2% down payment assistance as part of the program, previously offered it until May 2024, when it was replaced by a 0% down loan.

Chimera Investment Corp. said that after the deal closes, HomeXpress will operate as a subsidiary of the REIT.

The 30-year fixed rate mortgage moved one basis point lower this week, remaining in the same range since it spiked in mid-April, Freddie Mac said.

Mortgage applications rose 12.5% from last week, breaking a month-long streak of decline and offering a positive note as summer approaches.

Real estate players disclosed losses in 12% of incidents, and the average financial hit was $16,829, according to data from the past decade.

The trade group, whose industry has come under attack by the growth of title insurance alternatives, cited Morton's lobbying expertise for his promotion.

While lenders have come out with more products for the spring season, rate lock data finds buyers still hesitant to act because of high mortgage rates.

A newer version of the ban would allow a consumer's original mortgage lender, current servicer or their current bank or credit union to contact them.

The former fintech lead at the FHFA will work to "disrupt" current technology offerings for mortgage lenders.

Covius' title services had focused on the needs of firms involved with defaults, but this acquisition from Blend pushes the shift to originations forward.

While Fannie Mae sees improving buying and selling conditions, more consumers still think prices will rise over the coming year.

The exemption from the temporary restriction the government securitization guarantor introduced last month could help smaller issuers.

The lender's former chief of staff alleged the non-QM lender misrepresented loan characteristics to investors and regulators, charges which were never proven.