The production tsunami continued apace in the first quarter but there’s evidence the waves are dying down.

Most lenders are confident non-QM lending will bounce back to pre-pandemic levels thanks to strong demand for purchase mortgages.

Home loan consultants employed by the bank in California had accused the nation’s second-ranked mortgage lender of wage theft.

Even though any lender can request a waiver, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are being cautious in handing them out.

Economists tease out the intricate relationship between forbearance, unemployment rates, home prices and new for-sale listings.

It stands to reason that rising rates would fuel servicing valuations. Some brokers expect a strong second quarter in sales, with the third quarter even better.

Have the capital rule and the pandemic sent Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac executives scrambling for new digs?

The move will allow the nation’s 15th-ranked mortgage lender to focus on its core business of origination and servicing.

While alternative data and artificial intelligence in the underwriting process could help reduce lending bias, consumer advocates are calling for oversight.

An estimated 4.9% of outstanding mortgages are in forbearance. The rate has fallen below 5.0% for the first time since early April 2020.