Ginnie MBS investors hate loan buyouts because it alters prepayment speeds. Will the COVID-19 crisis spark a wave of new activity?

Ginnie-backed loans under forbearance grew a mere 1 basis point as of May 31, according to the MBA. An indication of better times?

Deliveries of refinance loans into Ginnie MBS continued to climb in April, but a surge in purchase loans accounted for much of last month’s record production volume. (Includes two data charts.)

FHA’s policy regarding mortgage insurance coverage for loans in progress isn’t quite ready. Meanwhile, Ginnie Mae’s Pass-Through Assistance Program usage remains low.

Seniors are tapping home equity during the coronavirus crisis, as evidenced by increased applications for Home Equity Conversion Mortgages.

As of May 17, FHA/VA loans in forbearance increased to 11.60% from 11.26% in the previous seven-day period.

The platform currently offers two modules, which allow servicers to submit mortgage supplemental claims and case binder documents.

Ginnie Mae-insured loans continue to account for the highest percentage of forbearance requests but the relief growth rate is starting to flatten.

FHA is extending its foreclosure and eviction moratorium for single-family properties through June 30. Temporary policy flexibilities for lenders and appraisers also have been extended.

HUD, the CFPB and the FHFA launched a joint website to provide COVID-19-related information to borrowers.