Buyers have the least negotiating power in Hartford, CT, and the most in Detroit.

Limited earnings potential from originations and ongoing consolidation are likely to keep the supply of MSRs at healthy levels, according to officials at Annaly Capital Management.

Critics say that, by eliminating “prescribed activities,” FHFA has taken the teeth out of the DTS rule, making it difficult to enforce.

A vote on a legislative package that would’ve raised fees on streamlined VA refis was postponed in Congress after Republicans narrowly dodged a motion to send it back to committee.

At his confirmation hearing, Brian Johnson pledged to prioritize consumer protection, promote accountability by ensuring the CFPB acts within its statutory limits and modernize bureau operations.

Loan officers in a recent survey said the lack of starter homes, and not high interest rates, was affecting housing affordability.

Many recent homebuyers are facing challenges as they have not been able to refinance as they had planned.

At his nomination hearing last week, Brian Johnson said his decisions at the CFPB will not be influenced by that of his predecessor.

The draft CFPB Reform Act, which is backed by CFPB Acting Director Russell Vought and House Republicans, seeks to bring the agency under the appropriations process, among other reforms.

The bureau has called for feedback regarding the TILA-RESPA Integrated Disclosure rule, issues involving reverse mortgages and fee disclosure tolerance thresholds.