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Brandon Ivey

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GSE VantageScore Pilot Secrecy Extends to Credit Bureau

May 21, 2026
Brandon Ivey
Even officials at Experian aren’t sure how many lenders are participating in the pilot.
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Refi Share of Originations Nears 50% in First Quarter

May 21, 2026
Brandon Ivey
The refi share of originations hit 46.7% in the first quarter, thanks to low interest rates in January and February. Purchase-mortgage volume was up 3.7% compared to the first quarter of 2025. (Includes four data tables.)
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Short Takes: GSEs Adjust LLPAs / Mortgage Defect Rate Down Slightly / HELOC Securitization Picks Up / Pending Home Sales Decline

May 21, 2026
Brandon Ivey
The GSEs have differing loan level price adjustments for classic FICO and VantageScore 4.0, according to VantageScore.
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Delinquency Rate Declines, as Usual, in First Quarter

May 21, 2026
Brandon Ivey
Despite the decline, the delinquency rate at the end of March was above the level seen in March 2025. Some of the increase has been pinned on FHA loss-mitigation changes, though foreclosure activity is also rising. (Includes two data tables.)
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Revised Housing Bill Passes House, Fate in Senate Unclear

May 21, 2026
Brandon Ivey
Versions of the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act have passed both the House and Senate with broad bipartisan support. However, differences persist.
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GSE CRT Issuance Increases in First Quarter

May 20, 2026
Brandon Ivey
The GSEs issued CRT deals in March even with economic volatility tied to the war with Iran.
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Rocket Offering Discounts on Home Sales With Redfin

May 20, 2026
Brandon Ivey
The savings of up to $20,000 come in the form of lender credits and reduced real estate agent commissions.
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FHA Proposes Denying Loans Due to Delinquent Child Support

May 20, 2026
Brandon Ivey
FHA noted that federal law prohibits providing federal financial assistance to individuals with delinquent child support.
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Short Takes: House Poised to Vote on Housing Bill / Demand for Purchase Mortgages Declines / Pending Home Sales Increase in April / Debt Offering From Redwood

May 20, 2026
Brandon Ivey
The House is set to vote on a revised version of the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act. It’s expected to pass with broad bipartisan support.
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Credit Score Providers Tout Expanded Mortgage-Borrower Pool

May 19, 2026
Brandon Ivey
Both VantageScore and FICO claim their scoring models allow lenders to approve more mortgage applicants.
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