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James Dohnert

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UWM Pushes New Refi Product as Rising Rates Slow New Applications

October 24, 2024
James Dohnert
The new offering allows for a cash-out refi with an LTV ratio near 90% without borrower-paid mortgage insurance.
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Outsourcing an Option as Originations Grow

October 24, 2024
James Dohnert
Using outsourcing providers can help lenders avoid the hiring cycle that accompanies originations booms and busts.
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Chopra Pushes Back on Narrative That CFPB Is Politically Motivated

October 22, 2024
James Dohnert
CFPB director Rohit Chopra said there has never been an "iota" of political motivation within CFPB investigations.
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Short Takes: FHFA Proposes Changes to FHLBanks Board Structure / Justice Department Sues Rocket / Redwood Preps Jumbo ARM Securitization / LoanCare Launches New Refi Recapture Program

October 22, 2024
James Dohnert and Dennis Hollier
FHFA plans for board structure changes; Justice Department sues Rocket over refi discrimination; Redwood markets jumbo ARM securitization; LoanCare launches digital recapture product.
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Outsourcing Providers Pitch Their Services as Originations Increase

October 18, 2024
James Dohnert
Outsourcing mortgage fulfillment services could be a cost-effective way for originators to increase volume without significantly adding staff.
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AI Can Free Up LOs for Borrower Engagement

October 18, 2024
James Dohnert
Generative artificial intelligence tools can be used to help mortgage lenders develop relationships with clients and investors, according to industry stakeholders.
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Goldman Sees Investment Opportunities in MBS, ABS

October 17, 2024
James Dohnert
Goldman Sachs analysts said investments in MBS and ABS are looking good heading into 2025.
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Home Improvement ABS Issuance Ratchets Up

October 17, 2024
James Dohnert
Two home improvement ABS hit the market, one from a new issuer and one from a returning issuer.
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Homebuyers Look to DPA Programs to Offset Rising Costs

October 17, 2024
James Dohnert
Borrowers are seeking more information about downpayment assistance programs as home prices continue to increase.
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Core Products Remain the Focus at GSEs in 3Q

October 17, 2024
James Dohnert
Noncore products are loans in which the non-agency market competes with the GSEs.
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