Student Loan Obligations an Opportunity for Mortgage Lenders January 29, 2026 James Dohnert Many student loan borrowers are facing repayment requirements for the first time in years.Read More
Political Parties Differ on Cause of Housing Affordability Issues January 29, 2026 James Dohnert House Republicans blamed regulations and immigration, while Democrats believe President Trump’s effort to ban institutional investors from buying single-family homes didn’t go far enough.Read More
Rate Charts AI Expansion in 2026 After Measured Approach January 29, 2026 James Dohnert Nonbank lender Rate expects to expand the use of AI in its originations and sales processes this year.Read More
Trump Against Plan to Use 401(k) for Downpayments January 29, 2026 James Dohnert President Trump has opposed a plan from his economic advisor to waive penalties on 401(k) withdrawals used for a downpayment.Read More
Lower Interest Rates Boost Refis, Prepayments January 26, 2026 James Dohnert Intercontinental Exchange said prepayments reached a recent high in December.Read More
Expanded-Credit MBS Issuance Picks Up Pace January 26, 2026 James Dohnert Deephaven and Angel Oak Mortgage have begun marketing their first expanded-credit mortgage-backed securities of 2026.Read More
Short Takes: Profits Up at BPL Lender / Go Companies Hires CEO / Goldman Expected to Issue CES Deal / Canceled Homebuyer Deals Peak January 26, 2026 James Dohnert Velocity Financial posted a nearly $10 million improvement on its third-quarter profits.Read More
Lenders Offering Guidance on Student Loan Repayments January 23, 2026 James Dohnert Mortgage lenders are partnering with student loan debt repayment services as a pathway to drive business with new and existing borrowers.Read More
Homeowners Expected to Ramp Up Use of Equity January 23, 2026 James Dohnert Homeowners are increasingly tapping into their home equity as part of a strategic planning process given uncertainties in the economy.Read More
Third-Party Arrangements Bring Uncertainty for Consumer ABS January 22, 2026 James Dohnert “True lender” risk and legal scrutiny are a growing concern for issuers of consumer loan ABS.Read More