A rise in VA and FHA refinance business helped to increase Ginnie Mae mortgage-backed security issuance in the third quarter. The increase in purchase-mortgage volume was more modest. (Includes four data tables.)

Streamlining the adoption of new loss-mitigation programs ahead of deadlines can help servicers enhance their loan portfolios, according to a white paper from DLS Servicing Consultants.

Following pushback from mortgage industry groups, FHA proposed extending the timeline for lenders to report certain cyber incidents to HUD.

Prior to the changes taking effect, VA issued a temporary variance to allow borrowers to pay buyer-broker charges so they can compete in the real estate market.

The Mortgage Bankers Association said the HUD proposal would make FHA-backed multifamily construction loans costly to originate.

Among various clarifications, FHA noted that lenders must provide ROV disclosure at mortgage loan application and on delivery of the appraisal report.

HUD and VA are offering relief options for borrowers impacted by the widespread destruction caused by Hurricanes Helene and Milton.

HUD announces planned updates to its handbook for the management of multifamily affordable homes; VA announces revised release date for its Loan Guaranty Service Program Participant Management System; Ginnie introduces new monthly disclosure on rural loans in MBS.

The Blackstone Group wants to make its mark in the non-QM arena and has hired away an executive from Annaly’s Onslow Bay unit.

FHA lenders said the proposed rule would raise the cost of multifamily construction lending.