The call-report figures generally track buyback trends documented by Fannie and Freddie, though the bank figures may include repurchases and indemnifications linked to other buyers.
Hundreds of smaller GSE sellers retained more servicing in the second quarter than they usually do, setting the stage for increased bulk MSR trades when buyers get more confident. (Includes two data charts.)
Only 9.2% of refi loans sold to Fannie and Freddie in the second quarter had credit scores below 700, the lowest such concentration on record. (Includes two data charts.)
The Golden State still ranked tops in most primary mortgage insurance categories during the second quarter, but Texas gained in many products. (Includes data chart.)
Securitization of expanded-credit mortgages was the only non-agency sector to see increased issuance during the tumultuous second quarter of 2020. Jumbo and scratch-and-dent production fell sharply from the first quarter. (Includes two data charts.)