Non-agency forbearance increases; new securitization involving contracts tied to home price appreciation; new commercial mortgage product for brokers; Sachem’s income increases in 2Q.

The three servicers added significant volume to their portfolios thanks to the surge in non-agency MBS issuance during the second quarter of 2021. The performance of securitized loans also continues to improve. (Includes data chart.)

The nonbank was able to increase its income during the second quarter with a focus on business-purpose loans. Resolutions of NPLs generated income and originations increased.

Angel Oak’s REIT sees income decline; Zillow and LendingHome issue securitizations; non-agency forbearance level; Pretium adds director from Goldman Sachs.

The standards generally mirror requirements the FHFA has established for servicing of mortgages backed by the GSEs. Implementation will be handled on a state-by-state basis.

Non-agency forbearance increases; Sachem inks $200 million repo line; review of risk-retention requirements extended; Angel Oak plans to expand its digital capabilities; Liquid Mortgage receives patent; Home Diversification Corp. for sale.

The impairment rate on securitized non-QMs fell to 7.9% at the end of May. Prepayments in the sector remain elevated as borrowers refinance.

Bank and thrift holdings of first liens declined for a second consecutive quarter, after years of increases. Among the largest banks, trends varied. (Includes data chart.)

Chase’s nonprime servicing portfolio increased tenfold to $44.40 billion at the end of March. The spike was due to a change in the way the bank reports numbers and not because of an influx of new servicing. (Includes data chart.)

Investors and borrowers alike are showing strong demand for fix-and-flip business purpose loans. Originators see volume rising and new players are entering the sector.