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Articles by James Dohnert

More GSE-Eligible Loans Going Into Non-Agency MBS

April 23, 2026
James Dohnert
Issuers are increasingly delivering GSE-eligible owner-occupied mortgages to non-agency MBS in a bid to diversify liquidity.
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Lenders Challenged as Potential Homebuyers May Prefer Renting

April 23, 2026
James Dohnert
With interest rates elevated, lenders are urged to highlight the wealth creation potential of homeownership to encourage renters to take the plunge and purchase a home.
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Homeownership Feels Out of Reach for Many Military Homebuyers

April 20, 2026
James Dohnert

More than half of survey respondents held at least one misconception about VA home loans, including about 30% that weren't aware that the loans require no downpayment.


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Short Takes: Homeowners Choose Remodels Over Moving / Renting Cheaper Than Buying Across Major Metros / NFTYDoor Becomes Independent Company / Maine Signs Bill on HEIs

April 20, 2026
James Dohnert
Renters save an average of $920 per month compared to buyers.
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loanDepot Turns to Figure in HELOC Partnership

April 17, 2026
James Dohnert
loanDepot will launch a new white-label home equity line of credit product powered by Figure that can provide homeowners an equity payout in as little as five days.
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AI Increasingly Used for Home Equity Loan Appraisals

April 17, 2026
James Dohnert
The rise in home equity lending by nonbanks is driving increased use of artificial intelligence in the appraisal process.
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Rocket Taps AWS Automation to Boost Processing Times

April 17, 2026
James Dohnert
A new proof-of-concept between Amazon Web Services and Rocket Close highlighted the potential to use AI to extract data from complex mortgage documents.
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Private Home Listings May Impact Appraisal Valuations

April 16, 2026
James Dohnert
Real estate professionals argue that private listings can be a net negative for homebuyers and sellers.
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Unison Hit With Class Action for HEIs in Colorado

April 13, 2026
James Dohnert
The lawsuit alleges that Unison lured Colorado homeowners into high-cost home equity agreements by falsely marketing its product as an interest-free option contract.
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Parents Playing Growing Role in Helping Children Afford Homes

April 13, 2026
James Dohnert
About six in 10 parents have provided or plan to provide financial assistance to help their child buy a home, according to a new survey released by Veterans United Home Loans.
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