Increased securitization issuance in the fourth quarter helped fuel profits for Ellington Financial.

New ratings methodology and additional historical data on home equity investments should boost investor demand for the product in 2025.

Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell has accused Hometap of violating state consumer protection laws.

Loan officers are learning about new financing options to help homebuyers better navigate today’s high interest rate environment.

New non-QM lender opens shop; Angel Oak REIT posts 4Q loss; A&D Mortgage and Imperial Fund look to attract more insurance company investors through a new partnership with Clearwater Analytics.

The investment in the Figure Connect loan marketplace will be used for the purchase of non-agency assets.

Threats of the potential closure of the Department of Education could massively expand private student loan ABS issuance.

The REIT earned $28.8 million in 2024.

FICO 10 T has helped lenders approve more borrowers, according to a new report from the credit scoring firm.

The legislation would carve out a mortgage licensing exemption for MBS. The bill is expected to pass, ending disruptions for non-agency MBS.