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Inside Mortgage Finance

May 7, 2026

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Largest Servicers Lose Some Market Share in 1Q

As a group, the five largest firms in terms of owned servicing lost market share during the first quarter of 2026. Much of the decline was due to Rocket Mortgage, the largest servicer in the industry. (Includes three data tables.) Read More

Policies for VantageScore Use Involving GSEs Murky

FICO and VantageScore disagree on how lenders in a GSE pilot are using VantageScore. FICO’s CEO claims there are LTV ratio limitations and a haircut with VantageScore. VantageScore said that’s not the case. Read More

Trump Comments Revive GSE IPO Speculation

Despite ending his long hiatus on GSE talk, Trump fails to persuade skeptics that he’s ready to take Fannie and Freddie out of conservatorship anytime soon. Read More

Lenders Brace for Lower-Than-Expected Returns in 2026

High interest rates are prompting some lenders to reduce their guidance for returns on equity this year. Meanwhile, margins are holding firm at some big lenders. Read More

Two Harbors Board Rejects UWM’s Revised Acquisition Proposal

The Two Harbors board has recommended that shareholders vote against UWM’s recently revised proposal to acquire the company. Read More

Housing Package Light on Relief for First-Time Homebuyers

Most of the provisions in Congress’ bipartisan housing legislation aren’t enough to move the needle for first-time homebuyers, according to Jaret Seiberg, a managing director at TD Securities. Read More

Credit Boxes Widening for Downpayment Assistance

Downpayment assistance programs are no longer just for first-time homebuyers with limited income. Read More

Warehouse Lenders Must Be Opportunistic With Non-QMs

To stay competitive, warehouse lenders need to look for opportunities financing or securitizing non-qualified mortgages. Read More

Industry Hopeful About Housing Regulatory Changes

Housing experts are optimistic that recent regulatory initiatives will help increase housing supply. Read More

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