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Redwood Still Favors DTI Ratio to Confer QM Status

September 5, 2019
Brandon Ivey
While several industry participants want the CFPB to choose the spread-at-origination metric to determine QM status, Redwood Trust favors using the DTI ratio.
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Mortgage Grapevine: Another Banner Production Quarter? / Houlihan Lokey, Treasury’s Fannie Mae Advisor?

September 5, 2019
Paul Muolo

Will the third quarter be better than the second for originators? Looks that way. Meanwhile, mortgage M&A advisor Houlihan Lokey might wind up as one of Treasury's GSE advisors.

 


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Regulators Move to Ease Appraisal Requirements

September 5, 2019
Yemeng Yang
Federal regulators are moving closer to allowing more residential mortgages to be originated without appraisals.
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Despite Legal Setback, HUD Committed to DPA Rulemaking

September 5, 2019
George Brooks
After a court case didn’t go the agency’s way, HUD has promised to follow proper procedures on downpayment assistance rulemaking.
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Court Dismisses Shareholder Lawsuit Against Ocwen

August 22, 2019
Brandon Ivey
An appeals court ruled in favor of Ocwen, finding that statements made by company officials were mere puffery that investors should not have relied on.
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Lenders Turn to Appendix Q As QM ‘Patch’ Nears End

August 22, 2019
Yemeng Yang
With the “patch” set to expire as scheduled, lenders are pushing for changes to the Appendix Q documentation requirements.
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Analyst Warns of a Downside to New Condo Rules

August 22, 2019
George Brooks
HUD has made it easier for condo projects to qualify for FHA financing. But an analyst warned the move may not produce the desired results.
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Worried About Risk, Ginnie Issues New Servicer Requirements

August 22, 2019
Paul Muolo
Ginnie Mae said it will require MBS servicers with at least $25.0 billion worth of contracts to obtain an external primary servicer rating.
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Guidance on IRRRLs Pending Final Rulemaking

August 15, 2019
George Brooks
VA has issued guidance on how statutory standards for loan seasoning, fee recoupment and net tangible benefits affect guarantees on IRRRLs.
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Mortgage Grapevine: Crimping the GSE Footprint? Maybe Not / New FHA Condo Rules Applauded

August 15, 2019
Paul Muolo, George Brooks, and Brandon Ivey

Will the FHFA trim cash-out refis by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac? For now, all is quiet on the topic. In other news: HUD ushered in new regulatory changes for FHA condo financing, making it easier for borrowers and lenders.


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