November 21, 2025

Nonbanks Post Small Drop in Mortgage-Banking Income

Despite lackluster new origination volume in the third quarter, most nonbanks reported solid gains in production-related income. Many of them needed it to offset sharp declines in servicing income. (Includes data table.) Read More

Bank MSR Portfolios Shrink Slightly, Valuation Strong

FDIC-insured banks saw their MSR portfolios shrink 1.0% during the third quarter as their valuations remained broadly unchanged. Chase continued to be the top depository in terms of servicing for others. (Includes data table.) Read More

Servicers Supportive of Pennymac on MSR Accounting

Pennymac asked the Financial Accounting Standards Board to clarify accounting practices involving mortgage servicing rights and recapture assumptions. The effort has support from some major MSR buyers who are looking for a level playing field. Read More

Mortgage Aggregators Drive eNote Uptake

More large aggregators adopted eNotes this year, pushing up the share of closings completed digitally. Read More

Lenders Using Language Tech to Reach New Borrowers

Carrington Mortgage and Rate launched new tools to reach borrowers with limited English proficiency. Read More

Figure Shifting From Direct Lender to Platform

After originating HELOCs on its own as a proof-of-concept, Figure Technology Solutions is now largely facilitating originations and loan sales for others, charging fees along the way. The company generated $89.8 million of net income in the third quarter. Read More

A Surge in Rent Reporting, With Mortgages in Mind

The share of renter households whose rent payment history has been reported to at least one credit bureau grew from 3% to 13% in four years. Read More

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Nonbanks Post Small Drop in Mortgage-Banking Income

Bank MSR Portfolios Shrink Slightly, Valuation Strong

Servicers Supportive of Pennymac on MSR Accounting

Mortgage Aggregators Drive eNote Uptake

Lenders Using Language Tech to Reach New Borrowers

Figure Shifting From Direct Lender to Platform

A Surge in Rent Reporting, With Mortgages in Mind

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As homeowner equity continues to build, more and more lenders are launching home equity lending products. Are you thinking of joining this market?