Large nonbanks grow their share of GSE MBS servicing but Chase still ranks number one in our rankings among servicers.

Fannie Mae instituted a similar suspension for the mega broker in April.

Kroll tested whether the new models accurately reflect the creditworthiness of borrowers who previously could not get a credit score.

It’s possible that some large lenders are offering 2025 conforming loan limits that are higher than where FHFA will set the limits. If that’s the case, there could be complications but no major concerns.

While the GSE said in January that it planned to move its headquarters five years ahead of schedule, it will now remain in the property, but only occupy about half as much space.

Specified pools offer MBS investors a concentration in certain characteristics in contrast to homogenous MBS in the TBA market.

Among the top 10 GSE loan sellers in July, just one was a federally insured depository: U.S. Bank.

GSE MBS issuance declined by 3.3% on a monthly basis in July. Fannie lost a little market share to Freddie during the month. (Includes two data tables.)

Shifting the burden of title insurance from borrowers to lenders may not provide the best overall cost savings, according to economists at the Urban Institute.

Former GNMA chief Michael Bright: “Let’s say you’re going to do it. I think you’re going to have to lie to someone."