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Articles by Paul Muolo

Short Takes: When it Comes to GSE Issues, No Lobbying Please / A Large MSR Package Forthcoming? / KBW Ends Coverage of Walter / Newfi Gets Fannie Approvals, FHA / Yes, Cordray is Running for Governor / Redfin Director Departs Suddenly

December 5, 2017
Paul Muolo
We understand that a fairly large bulk portfolio of mortgage servicing rights might be hitting the auction block soon...
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A Small Gain for Warehouse Lending in 3Q17, but Providers Nervous About Lower Usage Rates

December 5, 2017
Paul Muolo
Overall, consultant Larry Charbonneau described warehouse lending as “still a great business.”
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Redwood Trust CEO Marty Hughes to Retire Next Spring, Will Remain as an Advisor

December 4, 2017
Paul Muolo
According to figures compiled by affiliate Inside Mortgage Finance, Redwood ranked 11th among all non-agency jumbo producers through Sept. 30 with a volume of $2.99 billion.
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As ‘Zero Capital’ Day Approaches, Senate Moves to Create a GSE Bill

December 4, 2017
Paul Muolo
Lobbyists and others tracking the effort told this newsletter that those who’ve been shown the legislative language have taken a non-disclosure vow…
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Short Takes: Atlanta’s Mayor Wants Fannie Chairman Perry to Resign / Arch’s Chief Economist: Housing Relief for Seattle, Looser Credit / LendingHome Hits $2B Mark / Senators Make Threats Regarding English / A Promotion at LoanLogics

December 4, 2017
Carisa Chappell, Paul Muolo, and Thomas Ressler
Nine senators said they would work to invalidate any new rules issued by the CFPB if Leandra English prevails in her attempts to unseat and replace the bureau’s acting director, Mick Mulvaney...
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Walter, Parent of Nation’s 11th Largest Servicer, Files Prepackaged Bankruptcy Plan. Share Price Spikes, but…

December 1, 2017
Paul Muolo
At press time, Walter’s share price was up 38 percent on the day to $0.52. However, its five-year high is $45.92.
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What We’re Hearing: Yes, There’s a Senate GSE Reform Bill in the Works / Acting Ginnie Mae President Has Some MBS Ideas / How Many Loss Positions are There? / The Mulvaney Effect? / Ranieri will Stick Around

December 1, 2017
Paul Muolo
Mick Mulvaney has been in charge of the CFPB all week and we’ve yet to hear one prediction that subprime mortgage lending will revive with a vengeance…
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Acting Ginnie Mae President Michael Bright Makes His Pitch to Have Ginnie be the Big Kahuna of Government MBS

November 30, 2017
Paul Muolo
Industry lobbyists believe one key legislator in favor of the Ginnie concept is House Financial Services Committee chairman Jeb Hensarling, R-TX…
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Guaranteed Rate National Sales Chief Jim Linnane Departs

November 30, 2017
Paul Muolo
Earlier this week, GR promoted two senior vice presidents – James Elliot and Chris Knapp – giving them additional responsibility over sales and recruiting…
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MBA: Origination Profits Declined in 3Q17

November 30, 2017
Paul Muolo
For lenders, the killer was rising expenses: $8,060 in 3Q17 compared to $7,774 in the second quarter…
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