Under the proposal, some 147 smaller banks and credit unions won’t have to maintain an escrow account for higher-priced mortgage loans.

Velocity issues unrated MBS; non-QM lenders loosen guidelines; Caliber settles with NYAG on loan mods; EasyKnock raises capital.

The impairment rate on non-QM MBS increased by more than five times in April as borrowers felt the side effects of the coronavirus. The worst performing non-QM loans were those to self-employed borrowers.

Touting its experience servicing distressed subprime mortgages, Ocwen is looking to acquire delinquent loans. (Includes data chart.)

CFPB issues proposed rule for LIBOR transition; non-agency forbearance rate declines; Chimera turns to alternative financing; Invictus launches commercial lender; SFA shifts date for annual conference.

For the first time in years, the amount of jumbo mortgage servicing outstanding declined on a quarterly basis. Looking forward, forbearance requests are a key issue. (Includes data chart.)

The non-agency MBS market could face problems if it fails to set uniform standards on forbearance, according to the Milken Institute.

Profit at Velocity Financial declined in the first quarter and half the staff was temporarily furloughed. Still, the firm plans to issue an MBS in the coming weeks and get back on track.

SLS settles foreclosure issue; KBRA places non-agency MBS on watch for downgrades; Provenance blockchain platform facilities loan sales.

Forbearance on non-agency mortgages is on the rise, presenting liquidity risk for servicers. Federal agencies have yet to offer a helping hand.