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Private MI Business Down Sharply in Early 2019

The sharp downturn in purchase-money loans going into Fannie and Freddie MBS was accompanied by an even bigger drop in deliveries of loans with private mortgage insurance.

JPMorgan to Reconsider Mortgage Business Strategy

JPMorgan is reviewing its strategy in the mortgage industry. The reason: owning real-estate loans has become hugely unprofitable for banks due to onerous and unnecessary requirements. HomeStreet Bank said it has found buyers for its MSR and home-loan centers.

Hot MSR Sales Market Slows Due to Falling Rates

Dealmakers remain optimistic on sales of mortgage servicing rights, but buyers have pulled back on what they’re willing to pay.

Judge Orders Quicken Loans, DOJ to Mediate FCA Case

A federal judge ordered Quicken Loans and the government to find a way to settle a closely-watched False Claims Act case involving FHA-insured mortgages.

Calabria Confirmation and Administrative Reform

The changed, partisan confirmation process for the new FHFA director has decreased the chances for Congressional action on housing-finance reform.

S&P: Servicers Likely to Expand Offshore Operations

S&P expects mortgage servicers to continue offshoring operations, but an industry consultant advises caution in the current political climate.

Mortgage Grapevine: Jay Bray’s Take-Home Pay at Mr. Cooper; The M&A Decision: Sell, Close or Improve?

Inside Mortgage Finance

April 11, 2019

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Private MI Business Down Sharply in Early 2019

JPMorgan to Reconsider Mortgage Business Strategy

Hot MSR Sales Market Slows Due to Falling Rates

Judge Orders Quicken Loans, DOJ to Mediate FCA Case

Calabria Confirmation and Administrative Reform

S&P: Servicers Likely to Expand Offshore Operations

Mortgage Grapevine: Jay Bray’s Take-Home Pay at Mr. Cooper; The M&A Decision: Sell, Close or Improve?

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April 11, 2019

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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?