The retail channel’s share of nonconforming originations increased from the first quarter to the second. (Includes two data tables.)

The availability of multiple credit scoring models leaves non-agency players with concerns related to lender choice, disclosures and historical data.

During a LoanNEX webinar, speakers discussed how increasing interest rates allow the non-agency market to step in, with investors driving demand.

Originations of adjustable-rate mortgages bounced back in the second quarter after a decline in the quarter prior. (Includes data table.)

Non-qualified mortgage cash-out refinances perform more than three times worse compared to agency cash-outs, according to a new analysis.

Ameritrust Mortgage sued a group of investors, brokers, appraisers and title companies for a fraud scheme that allegedly caused $14 million in harm to the lender.

In recent weeks many lenders increased their loan limits for conforming loans ahead of anticipated increases by FHFA.

Edgar Matthews & Co. hires non-agency analyst; Nada Holdings enters forward-flow purchase agreement; BSI Financial Services makes non-agency hire; Beeline launches bank statement platform; Friday Harbor adds support for investor loans.

Andrew Davidson & Co. is testing an update to its non-agency mortgage model for investors that incorporates loan-level data from post-2008 loans.

Homeownership remains a priority even as potential homebuyers face elevated interest rates.