Fannie still has a substantially larger amount of single-family servicing outstanding, but Freddie grew its book significantly faster in the third quarter. Bulk MSR transfers accounted for some big shifts in the GSE servicing market. (Includes two data charts.)

The enterprise will use limited powers of attorney to handle unrecorded assignments for non-MERS loans.

Landlords are challenging the more-targeted ban, saying it still illegally deprives them of their ability to collect rents.

Nonbank servicers used the MSR secondary market and organic growth to boost their portfolios of Fannie and Freddie servicing. There was also a surge in GSE servicing among smaller banks. (Includes two data charts.)

Plaintiffs manage to find legal ammunition in what most Supreme Court observers believe was a slam dunk victory for the government.

With the end of forbearance in sight for millions of borrowers, FHFA adds more protections for homeowners impacted by the pandemic.

Fannie Mae alerts servicers to upcoming changes regarding how it will process payments and reimbursements.

Small lenders believe the GSEs should offer special programs for small servicers and rural appraisals. And like their larger competitors, they don’t like the new PSPAs.

A number of nonbanks added significantly to their Freddie servicing portfolios during the first quarter, raising the industry's stake to over half of the market. Meanwhile, delinquency rates fell sharply in early 2021. (Includes two data charts.)

A number of top nonbank servicers saw significant increases in their Fannie/Freddie servicing portfolios, while most big banks saw declines. The GSE market continued to fragment. (Includes two data charts.)