Consumer ABS Issuers Show Interest in VantageScore November 13, 2025 James Dohnert Issuers of consumer loan ABS are increasingly using VantageScore 4.0 because it detects potential delinquencies better than Classic FICO, according to officials at VantageScore.Read More
CMBS Special Servicing Rate Hits Record High in October November 13, 2025 James Dohnert The special servicing rate for office and mixed-use property loans held in commercial MBS saw the largest monthly deterioration.Read More
Mortgage Closings Expected to Ramp Up as Shutdown Ends November 13, 2025 James Dohnert Federal operations that were disrupted during the shutdown are expected to bounce back, helping lenders with loans stuck in their pipelines.Read More
Innovis Looks to Provide New Credit Report Options November 13, 2025 James Dohnert The fourth-largest credit bureau could help reduce the cost of credit report pulls for mortgage lenders.Read More
Short Takes: Senate Expects Vote on Shutdown This Week / Rate Locks Down Slightly / Roam Teams With Opendoor on Assumable Mortgages / Consumers Holding Off on Homebuying During Shutdown November 10, 2025 James Dohnert Fewer loans were locked in October perhaps because of uncertainty surrounding the federal shutdown and the Fed's next interest rate cut.Read More
Falling Mortgage Rates Expand Refi Eligibility November 10, 2025 James Dohnert New report from ICE said that 4.1 million mortgage holders could save at least 75 basis points by refinancing.Read More
Servicers Eye AI to Reach Younger Borrowers, Increase Recapture November 10, 2025 James Dohnert Servicers find new opportunities to leverage AI in the call center in a play to reach more younger borrowers.Read More
Servicers Level Up Technology to Reach Younger Borrowers November 7, 2025 James Dohnert AI and self-service options are increasingly being used to help servicers communicate with younger homeowners.Read More
Increased Competition, Remote Work Leading to Burnout November 7, 2025 James Dohnert Mortgage executives recommend frequent communication and annual in-person meetings to help staff overcome burnout challenges.Read More
Demand for AI-Backed Tools Lifts ICE Mortgage Revenue November 7, 2025 James Dohnert ICE’s lender clients are interested in using AI for document automation and customer engagement.Read More