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November 1, 2017

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As Year Draws to a Close, a Rush to Get Servicing Packages Sold

There continues to be some nervousness about VA receivables because of streamlined refinancings, although regulators are trying to curb abuses in the program. Read More

Redwood Set to Issue its Second ‘Expanded Prime’ MBS, Suggesting Strong Origination-Volume and Investor Demand

The total unpaid principal balance for mortgages backing the deal has yet to be disclosed. Read More

Rep. Hensarling to Retire. Speculation Immediately Begins on FHFA, CFPB Jobs

“The other natural job would be as CFPB director,” the Cowen analyst continued. “That said, Hensarling has shown much greater interest in housing finance…” Read More

Little Change in MBS Characteristics in 3Q17

Flagstar Bank was the top originator of loans that fed prime non-agency MBS in the third quarter… Read More

Mortgage Applications Decline Again

The trade group also found that refinancings are declining as well: down to 48.7 percent of all new applications from 49.5 percent for the week ending Oct. 20. Read More