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A Slate of New Non-Agency MBS Around the Corner

November 22, 2024

The non-agency securitization market has picked up pace over the past two weeks as issuers prepare to close deals before the end of the year.

Needed: A Robust Securitization Market for CDFI Loans

November 22, 2024

James Dohnert

Securitization could be used to boost liquidity for CDFIs, but challenges exist for the institutions to enter the secondary market.

News Briefs

November 22, 2024

James Dohnert

Splitero expands to Arizona; A&D Mortgage launches free CRM; Achieve updates terms on HELOC product.

Non-QMs See Increased Delinquencies, Few Losses

November 21, 2024

James Dohnert

MBS investors have largely been unscathed from rising delinquencies on non-QMs thanks to cures and structural protections.

Recent Borrowers Plan to Refi Even If Rate Cuts Fall Short

November 21, 2024

James Dohnert

The majority of recent homeowners who responded to a survey conducted by TransUnion said they plan to refinance in the next 12 months.

Borrowers Turn to Advisory-Focused Lenders for Guidance

November 15, 2024

James Dohnert

A more challenging housing market has led more homebuyers to seek guidance from loan officers, according to a new J.D. Power survey.

Blend Labs Hits Financial Milestone in 3Q

November 15, 2024

James Dohnert

Officials at Blend are optimistic the mortgage technology provider will reach its goal of sustained profitability in the fourth quarter.

Investcorp Preps CMBS With Sharia-Compliant Loans

November 14, 2024

James Dohnert

The planned $210 million issuance is backed by commercial real estate loans for properties in Minneapolis.

Locks Increase for Purchase Mortgages in October

November 14, 2024

James Dohnert

Despite a traditional slowing in loan locks in October, Optimal Blue found more demand for nonconforming and FHA loans.

Splitero’s HEI Business Poised for Growth Following Investment

November 14, 2024

James Dohnert

Splitero received a $300 million investment from funds managed by Antarctica Capital, a private-equity firm.

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James Dohnert

ARTICLES

A Slate of New Non-Agency MBS Around the Corner

Needed: A Robust Securitization Market for CDFI Loans

News Briefs

Non-QMs See Increased Delinquencies, Few Losses

Recent Borrowers Plan to Refi Even If Rate Cuts Fall Short

Borrowers Turn to Advisory-Focused Lenders for Guidance

Blend Labs Hits Financial Milestone in 3Q

Investcorp Preps CMBS With Sharia-Compliant Loans

Locks Increase for Purchase Mortgages in October

Splitero’s HEI Business Poised for Growth Following Investment

Latest Imf News

Appeals Court Grants Rehearing of CFPB Case

Trump Teases Housing Proposal, Promises Lower Interest Rates

House Committee Moves Housing Bill, NFIP Extension

Refis Lead to Increase in Ginnie MBS Issuance in November

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Mortgage REITs Up Agency MBS, Shed Non-Agency

Agency Jumbo Business Level During Third Quarter

Non-Agency Jumbo Originations Slow in Third Quarter

Jumbo Servicing Volume Slightly Down in Third Quarter

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Agency Seller-Issuer Profile: 3Q25 (PDF)

Mortgage Servicing Rights Report: 3Q25 (PDF)

Lender Profiles 2Q25: Top 25 (PDF)

GSE Repurchase Activity: Cumulative to Second Quarter 2025 (PDF Format)

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