Several large lenders are offering discounts and promotions to drum up business during a slow time of the year.

By the end of 2026, the bulk of United Wholesale Mortgage’s servicing will be handled internally, according to CEO and Chairman Mat Ishbia. The nonbank still plans to use subservicers for certain loans.

The baseline conforming loan limit for the government-sponsored enterprises will be $832,750 for one-unit properties in 2026.

The non-agency product has gone from a niche offering to mainstream, with Rocket becoming the latest prominent lender to offer DSCR loans.

With some new key hires, Foundation Mortgage is focused on expanding its production.

Better Mortgage has sharply increased its HELOC originations, helped by a self-developed investor marketplace. Meanwhile, WSFS Bank is originating HELOCs on its own after selling a stake in Spring EQ.

Velocity Financial reported an increase in net income quarter-over-quarter, driven by record production.

Cardinal Capital Group and Ellington Financial separately issued their first residential transition loan securitizations.

Cornerstone Financing announced a commitment of up to $1 billion from funds managed by affiliates of Fortress Investment Group.

Joseph Gormley and Frank Cassidy, the individuals nominated to lead Ginnie Mae and FHA, respectively, maintained support for actions taken by the agencies this year in responses to the committee.