The third quarter saw a sharp increase in refinance originations that appeared to give a bigger boost to government and conventional-conforming production than the jumbo market got.
Fannie Mae added: “Through these actions we have demonstrated our continued dedication to providing quality care to all communities. And we remain firmly committed to continuing to provide such attention to our REO properties moving forward.”
Given the fact that rates have moved noticeably higher since the election, it’s widely anticipated that more originators will move to trim staff before yearend if they haven’t already.
Schneider has until midnight Dec. 9 to accept the severance offer from Walter Investment Management Corp., the nation’s eighth largest residential servicer.