The Mortgage Bankers Association said its reform measures could be adopted without new laws.

A recent PwC study found that 74% of borrowers were concerned about AI making lending decisions.

The Mortgage Bankers Association launched a housing affordability action plan with 20 policies that can help reduce the cost of housing "with the stroke of a pen."

Kieran Brady, chief financial officer at Archwest, said the outlook for the RTL sector remains strong, supported by the long-term need for new housing and renovation of existing homes.

Mortgage origination volume is expected to decrease by 5.6% from 2026 to 2027, according to a new forecast by the Mortgage Bankers Association.

The company behind an AI-native LOS closed a $30 million funding round that included investments from existing clients.

Issuers expect to keep securitizing loans at a similar pace even as interest rates rise.

Growth was fueled by agency MBS as REITs decreased their holdings of non-agency loans in the second quarter. (Includes two data tables.)

Lenders are offering rate discounts, rate buydowns and lower costs for insurance to help buyers find affordable housing options.

Vandad Fartaj will lead capital market initiatives and investment strategies, with an emphasis on mortgage servicing rights.