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Inside Mortgage Finance

April 30, 2026

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Mixed Trends for Mortgage Originations in 1Q

Glass half full: Originations surged on an annual basis in the first quarter. Glass half empty: Lending declined on a quarterly basis as interest rates jumped in March. Read More

MSR Stability Expected to Be Tested by Delinquencies

As delinquencies rise, servicers will face increasing obligations for advances to MBS investors. Large servicers are expected to be able to handle the pressure while some smaller servicers could face difficulties. Read More

Lenders See Strong Demand for Mortgages in April

Borrowers pulled back in March as interest rates on mortgages increased, but demand improved after rates fell at the end of March. Read More

Operational Challenges for Implementing VantageScore 4.0

Stakeholders are speculating on the next steps for bringing the new credit scores to market without complete transparency. Read More

MBA Calls for Guardrails to Accompany Single Credit Pulls

The trade group said a single-pull credit report is enough, if there are proper guardrails in place to prevent lenders and borrowers from “gaming the system.” Read More

M&As Involving Mortgage Companies Heat Up

Several companies in the mortgage space are in the process of changing hands. Read More

Broeksmit Touts Benefits of Basel Re-Proposal

Bob Broeksmit, president and CEO of the Mortgage Bankers Association, believes the Basel III re-proposal would allow banks engaged in the mortgage business to further expand their operations. Read More

Survey Finds Lock-In Effect Thawing, Slowly

The housing market is starting to see a decline in mortgage lock-in but it will take a while to reach a new equilibrium. Read More

CHLA Pushes for FHA, GSE Reforms to Help Gen Zers

Community Home Lenders of America recommended a slew of policy changes to solve the home affordability crisis. Read More

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