Overall, Ginnie’s financial statements were represented fairly in all material respects, an independent auditor found.

The increase in the maximum loan limit reflects a 7.42% growth in the seasonally adjusted housing price index in 2020.

Three new non-agency MBS were introduced in the market recently. Two of the deals are backed by mortgages for investment properties.

As president, Joe Biden will have to negotiate with both sides of Congress, limiting sweeping policy changes, according to industry analysts.

The FHFA went from allowing 18.0% capital reduction for CRT under the re-proposed rule to less than 17.1% under the final version. That means the answer may be “ no.”

Led by PFSI and Quicken, some of the nation’s largest nonbanks are entering the Ginnie EBO arena. More to come?

The expiration of payment relief will result in a modest increase in delinquencies but resumed payments will support cash flows for the ABS deals, according to industry analysts.

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It’s not clear why Freddie’s multifamily profits in the third quarter were more than doubled that of its sister company. Fannie’s g-fee was higher and its portfolio larger while Freddie’s MBS issuance spiked in comparison.

If the coronavirus continues to wreak havoc and the federal government doesn’t provide additional stimulus, the performance of residential MBS is expected to take a significant hit.