Underwriting

MGIC Investment Corp. posted the biggest intraday gain in 11 weeks as third-quarter operating profit advanced on lower costs tied to soured home loans.

Fluctuations in home price and wage gains have created a volatile outlook for housing affordability across the country. By better deciphering market data, mortgage companies can hone their strategies to respond to prevailing economic trends.

Recently launched low-down-payment mortgage programs are presenting new opportunities for fraud. But new data and monitoring tools can help lenders mitigate those risks.

Regions Financial in Birmingham, Ala., has bought a business that manages low-income housing tax credits.

West Town Bancorp in Illinois has revved up its government-backed lending to small businesses, making it a good example of how community banks can outhustle big lenders in the quest for new sources of fee income.

Tricon American Homes is prepping its second securitization of single-family rental homes, according to ratings agency reports.

Mortgage applications decreased 6% from one week earlier, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association.

It's tougher out there for New York's commercial real estate developers seeking cash for their latest projects.

Companies in the path of the storm have battened down the hatches, as others have prepared for the impact the hurricane could have on home sales and loan servicing in the weeks to come.

Interest rates fell in August to the lowest level recorded all year for millennials, which could mean expanded buying power for this segment, according to Ellie Mae.