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Inside Mortgage Finance

July 9, 2026

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Lenders Put an Emphasis on FHA, VA Loans in 2Q

With interest rates on mortgages rising, some agency business shifted to Ginnie Mae in the second quarter of 2026. Rocket surpassed UWM as the top issuer of agency MBS during the quarter. (Includes two data tables.) Read More

Trump Admin Plans Major Reforms to Mortgage Rules

The CFPB plans to issue a servicing rule in August and is considering revisions to ATR/QM requirements. Both HUD and VA have a long list of rulemaking plans, while FHFA’s regulatory agenda is more limited. Read More

Industry Seeks Light-Touch Warehouse Capital Regulation

Mortgage lenders want reduced capital requirements on warehouse lending by banks. They believe higher capital requirements will flow through to pricing for mortgages. Read More

Brokers Report Increased Demand for Non-QMs

Brokers are increasing their production of non-qualified mortgages to keep up with rising demand, particularly from self-employed borrowers and real estate investors. Read More

Two Harbors Shareholders Agree to Merger With CCM

After months of delays, Two Harbors got its shareholders to agree to the company’s acquisition by CrossCountry Mortgage. The deal is expected to close in August. Read More

Home Sales Rebound Near End of Spring Season

Home sales in June jumped 9.2% from May even as housing inventory growth stalled. Read More

Home Price Depreciation in May Seen as a Blip

Home prices declined slightly on a monthly basis in April. But home price appreciation is expected to pick up on an annual basis. Read More

Grapevine: Housing Bill Limbo; Credit Scoring Developments

President Trump has until July 10 to take action on housing bill; GSEs release data on FICO 10T; CFPB seeks feedback on mortgage disclosures and borrowers’ right of rescission; interest rate outlook. Read More

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