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Articles by James Dohnert

Fragmented Originator Base Could Limit MBS Demand

September 11, 2026
James Dohnert
A growing non-QM MBS sector might be hamstrung by a lack of uniform underwriting and a variety of smaller originators.
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Rating Services Preparing for New Credit Score Models

September 10, 2026
James Dohnert
Rating services are preparing rating criteria that will consider the impact of loans underwritten using VantageScore 4.0 and FICO 10T.
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Prosperity Home Mortgage to Retain Servicing Rights

September 10, 2026
James Dohnert
The lender will retain mortgage servicing rights on its originations in an effort to increase borrower retention.
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NEXA Updates LO Comp Model as It Scales Up Operations

September 10, 2026
James Dohnert
The lender removed the percentage split between loan officers and NEXA as well as some of the costs tied to other comp structures.
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ARM Borrowers Usually Have Refinance Options

September 10, 2026
James Dohnert
Redfin found that 71.6% of ARM borrowers can refinance into a 30-year fixed rate that is at least 50 bps lower than their original rate.
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Lenders Using AI to Help Buyers 24/7

September 4, 2026
James Dohnert
Lenders are turning to artificial intelligence to reach borrowers even when loan officers are off the clock.
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Better Launches Token-Based Mortgage With Coinbase

September 4, 2026
James Dohnert
Better plans to refocus its efforts on partnerships and one of its first big partners is cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase.
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Short Takes: Frater Shuns Garg / reAlpha CEO Takes Leadership Role at BAC / Stewart Acquires Two Companies

September 1, 2026
Brandon Ivey and James Dohnert
Former CEO of Fannie Mae said he'll resign from Better's board if former CEO returns; BAC appoints Jamie Cavanaugh as CEO; Stewart goes on acquisition spree.
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Homebuying Affordability Improves Despite Rate Challenges

August 31, 2026
James Dohnert
A decline in median loan amounts offset a modest increase in mortgage rates, which helped lower median mortgage payments in July, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association.
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New AI Platform Aims to Tackle Mortgage Admin

August 31, 2026
James Dohnert
Founded by mortgage industry veteran Ben Anderson, Cindie is designed to work alongside mortgage professionals throughout the lending process.
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