The privately held Bayview reportedly has a “ton of capital” at its disposal, according to investment bankers.

MBA is largely happy with changes made so far by the Trump administration. Bob Broeksmit, president and CEO of the MBA, said the administration is creating certainty, clarity and stability for mortgage companies.

Incenter, one of the granddaddies of the servicing brokerage business, has a new owner: tech shop Rocktop of Irving, TX.

In the current interest rate environment, homebuilders seem to favor offering mortgage buydowns rather than reducing prices. Officials at mortgage companies fear the buydown activity is inflating home prices.

The five largest servicers in Inside Mortgage Finance’s delinquency index posted declines in delinquencies during the first quarter of 2025. Still, servicers are preparing for an increase in delinquencies. (Includes two data tables.)

MSR investors see risks and benefits in rising costs for property taxes and insurance; child receives offer from mortgage lender.

Prices for mortgage servicing rights remain strong as the supply of servicing for sale is declining and investors are hungry for more. MSRs tied to both low interest rates and high interest rates are being met with sustained demand.

United Wholesale Mortgage plans to continue to grow organically, making investments in technology. The nonbank took a large loss in the first quarter as values of mortgage servicing rights declined.

Rithm continues to post strong earnings, but officials at the REIT are frustrated by how the market treats its stock. It also has a SPAC-in-waiting and a mortgage company it would like to spin off.

FOMC holds federal funds rate steady; MBA expects rate cut later this year; House committee votes to slash CFPB’s budget.