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Articles by James Dohnert

President Trump Reiterates Refusal to Sign Housing Bill

July 10, 2026
James Dohnert
The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, which passed with bipartisan support, is set to automatically become law on Saturday without Trump's signature.
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Trade Groups Ask FHFA for Changes to GSE Condo Approval Policies

July 10, 2026
James Dohnert
The trade groups are seeking some changes to condo appraisal policies set to go into effect next month as well as a delay in implementation.
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Short Takes: Existing Home Sales Decline / NAF LOs Defect to Rate / nCino Launches Pre-qual Tool / Docutech Adds New Translation Services to Platform

July 10, 2026
James Dohnert
A small increase in mortgage rates drove existing home sales down in June.
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Figure Sees Pre-Funded Deals as Alternative to TBA Market

July 9, 2026
James Dohnert
Figure issued a fully pre-funded securitization with HELOCs, with the firm touting the effort as an alternative to the agency TBA market.
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Brokers Report Increased Demand for Non-QMs

July 9, 2026
James Dohnert
Brokers are increasing their production of non-qualified mortgages to keep up with rising demand, particularly from self-employed borrowers and real estate investors.
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Two Harbors Shareholders Agree to Merger With CCM

July 9, 2026
James Dohnert
After months of delays, Two Harbors got its shareholders to agree to the company’s acquisition by CrossCountry Mortgage. The deal is expected to close in August.
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Rate-Lock Volume Increases in June

July 9, 2026
James Dohnert
Optimal Blue said the market is adapting to a higher-for-longer rate environment.
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Some Delinquencies on DSCR Mortgages Seen as Strategic

July 7, 2026
James Dohnert
Delinquencies on DSCRs typically don’t get reported on a borrower’s credit report until there is an actual notice of default on the property.
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Two Harbors Shareholders Approve CrossCountry Merger

July 6, 2026
James Dohnert
The agreement ends a lengthy process that included four shareholder vote postponements and a public bidding war with United Wholesale Mortgage.
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NEXA CEO Launches GSE-Approved Servicer

July 6, 2026
James Dohnert
The new company will focus on servicing loans in a way that keeps loan officers connected with their clients.
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