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Rocket’s Leverage Expected to Increase With Mr. Cooper

April 11, 2025
Brandon Ivey
Fitch Ratings warned that it could downgrade its corporate rating on Rocket following the company’s planned acquisition of Mr. Cooper. Rocket’s corporate leverage looks poised to increase.
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Grapevine: Tax Benefits for Rocket’s Dan Gilbert; Another Chance for RON

April 11, 2025
Brandon Ivey
The founder of Rocket Companies could see $571.9 million in tax benefits triggered by the company’s planned acquisition of Mr. Cooper; legislation in the House would set standards for remote online notarization; new company offering NMLS-approved education.
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Better Looks to Tech, LOs in Quest for Profitability

March 28, 2025
Brandon Ivey
Better is touting investments in artificial intelligence to help slash costs tied to originating refis. The lender is also building a distributed retail operation to increase production of purchase mortgages.
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G-Fee Hikes Affect Some Demographics More Than Others

February 28, 2025
Dennis Hollier
Changes to the pricing grids of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac last May created a natural experiment for researchers to study how changes to guarantee fees impact the housing market.
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Large Nonbanks Continue to Invest in Proprietary Tech

January 31, 2025
Brandon Ivey
To increase already substantial market shares, nonbank mortgage companies are investing in proprietary technology for originations and servicing.
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Grapevine: FCC Consent Rule Struck Down; Cash-Out Refi Trends

January 31, 2025
Brandon Ivey
FCC one-to-one consent rule vacated; CFPB details cash-out refi usage; RiskSpan launches MSR analytics offering; AI tool helps with mortgage applications in Spanish.
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Lenders See Benefits, Challenges With eClosing

January 17, 2025
Brandon Ivey
While electronic closings offer faster turn times, adoption of the technology comes with some complications. Still, the share of eNotes is expected to triple by 2028.
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Mortgage Servicers Complicate Divorce Process

January 17, 2025
Dennis Hollier
Recently divorced or widowed homeowners told the CFPB that mortgage servicers sometimes say they must refinance, even when they should be able assume the existing mortgage.
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Grapevine: FCC Warns of Spoof Calls; Rocket Starts Rebrand

January 17, 2025
Brandon Ivey
FCC warns scammers are successfully impersonating mortgage companies; Rocket begins first phase of rebrand; household growth expected to slow; MBA expands college program; Lower acquires technology vendor; MTC increases transparency on MSR valuations; Voxtur Analytics considering a sale; automated loan mod offering.
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Fannie Details Warning Signs for Occupancy Status

January 3, 2025
Dennis Hollier
The quality control team at Fannie Mae identified “red flags” that could indicate borrowers have mischaracterized whether they’re seeking a mortgage for a primary residence or for a second home or investment property.
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