Although total GSE servicing remained almost unchanged as of the end of the second quarter, some large servicers — mostly nonbanks — experienced disproportionate year-over-year gains in volume. (Includes two data tables.)

Just one week after VantageScore 4.0 credit score was allowed for underwriting GSE-eligible loans, competitor FICO released data appearing to show that FICO 10 T has superior predictive capabilities.

The GSEs’ automated underwriting systems now include income calculators, appraisal waivers and tools to assess the rental payment history of borrowers.

By one estimate, if Fannie’s title acceptance pilot were allowed to expand, it could save consumers as much as $96 million a year without significantly increasing the risk of title defects.

Nearly $297 million in non-performing Fannie loans have hit the auction block so far in July. That includes an $8.1 million community impact pool.

Fannie’s Financial Crimes Investigation team warns lenders of a string of fraudulent cash-out refis in the New Jersey area.

If true, this could be an example of occupancy fraud, a method used to secure a lower interest rate or better terms on a mortgage.

More access to Freddie’s CPA; taking Republic Mortgage Insurance off the books; new CEO for FHLB-OF; Calabria gets a new gig.

Declining equity and surging escrow payments may be a precursor to market stress in some parts of the country, analysts say.

Mortgage market stakeholders are uncertain how an end to the conservatorships of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac would play out.