The impairment rate on non-QM MBS increased by more than five times in April as borrowers felt the side effects of the coronavirus. The worst performing non-QM loans were those to self-employed borrowers.

Touting its experience servicing distressed subprime mortgages, Ocwen is looking to acquire delinquent loans. (Includes data chart.)

CFPB issues proposed rule for LIBOR transition; non-agency forbearance rate declines; Chimera turns to alternative financing; Invictus launches commercial lender; SFA shifts date for annual conference.

For the first time in years, the amount of jumbo mortgage servicing outstanding declined on a quarterly basis. Looking forward, forbearance requests are a key issue. (Includes data chart.)

Forbearance on non-agency mortgages is on the rise, presenting liquidity risk for servicers. Federal agencies have yet to offer a helping hand.

Annaly’s investments in non-agency assets fell by 33% between the end of 2019 and March 31. The REIT sold some of its holdings and issued two non-agency MBS during the first quarter.

A cap imposed by the Fed on Wells’ portfolio was a major factor in its decision to stop originating jumbos through correspondents.

Delinquencies on non-agency mortgages are likely to increase due to the coronavirus, with the largest impact expected on non-QMs.

Velocity Financial was increasing originations and income, then the coronavirus hit, halting issuance of a planned MBS and prompting the need for additional capital.

Investments in non-agency assets were offloaded by Annaly and MFA. Some of the loans sold by MFA were likely meant for a non-QM MBS that didn’t close in March.