GSEs Release Historical Datasets for FICO 10T July 2, 2026 James Dohnert The release is expected to help lenders and investors evaluate the performance of FICO 10T.Read More
GSE Buybacks Fall to Lowest Level Since 2020 June 30, 2026 John Bancroft Seller repurchases of defective loans from the government-sponsored enterprises fell in the first quarter to their lowest level since 2020.Read More
House Bill a First Step to Releasing GSEs June 29, 2026 Dennis Hollier Proposed legislation would codify many of the guidelines put in place by FHFA under its authority as conservator.Read More
Freddie Mac’s Investment Portfolio Shrinks in May June 26, 2026 Brandon Ivey The GSE’s investment portfolio stood at $137.22 billion, down 3.2% from April.Read More
MBS Participants Want Changes to Basel Re-Proposal June 26, 2026 Brandon Ivey The Structured Finance Association submitted extensive feedback on the re-proposal. SFA's comments received an endorsement from a coalition of trade groups representing a broad variety of banks.Read More
Non-Agency Share of MBS Outstanding Up in First Quarter June 24, 2026 John Bancroft A total of $545.80 billion of non-agency MBS backed by single-family mortgages was outstanding at the end of March.Read More
FHFA Proposes Revamping Duty-to-Serve Rule June 24, 2026 Dennis Hollier The proposal would redefine "high-needs rural population" and limit the use of area median income when defining low-income categories.Read More
Ginnie Gains More Servicing Share During First Quarter June 18, 2026 Brandon Ivey Ginnie Mae’s share of total residential servicing outstanding increased to 18.5% as of the end of March.Read More
FHFA Seeks Fraud Enforcement Power From Congress June 16, 2026 Brandon Ivey The agency said its current authorities to take action against fraud in the housing finance market are “indirect or limited.”Read More
Short Takes: Large CES Securitization From Rocket / Wells and 3D-Printed Homes / NAMB Calls for Delay, Revision of GSE Condo Changes / Pennymac Using AWS AI for Originations, Servicing June 16, 2026 Brandon Ivey Rocket Companies is marketing a $706.0 million securitization of closed-end second liens.Read More