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Blend’s Valuation Reaches $1.7B with Series F Funding

August 28, 2020

The “new normal” of remote work and social distancing due to the coronavirus pandemic has contributed to a boom in digital lending platforms — and their values.

Existing-Home Sales Surge, Supplies Tighten in July

August 28, 2020

Maria Volkova

Sales of new homes increased by 13.9% in July, marking the highest jump since 2006, according to HUD.

Co-Marketing During Pandemic Poses Increased Risk

August 27, 2020

Yemeng Yang

But to remain in compliance, parties involved in co-marketing deals have made adjustments to their activity valuation and documentation.

Still Unsettled: HUD’s Downpayment Assistance Rule

August 26, 2020

Maria Volkova

If the language goes into effect as is, the role of government entities that provide assistance could be limited...

Chase's Jumbo Aggregator Assessment Downgraded by Moody's

August 24, 2020

Brandon Ivey

The downgrade was prompted by JPM's use of Fannie Mae's Collateral Underwriter and automated valuation models.

Ginnie Loans in Forbearance Drop, But Wait, There’s More

August 21, 2020

Maria Volkova

Servicers of Ginnie product are buying delinquent FHA and VA loans out of MBS pools and now the mortgages are showing up in a different forbearance category.