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Inside Nonconforming Markets

February 21, 2025

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First-Lien Holdings at Banks Edge Up in Fourth Quarter

While first-lien mortgage holdings at banks grew only slightly during the fourth quarter, the mix included more adjustable-rate mortgages than in recent quarters. (Includes data table.) Read More

In-House Originator Gives Rithm a Boost

Explosive growth in business-purpose production at an affiliated originator helped Rithm turn a profit in the fourth quarter. Read More

Mr. Cooper Triples Jumbo Servicing, Aided by Flagstar

The firm now handles an estimated 11.0% of the jumbo servicing market. (Includes data table.) Read More

MFA Bullish About Non-QM Originations in 2025

Although it booked a loss in the fourth-quarter, MFA believes a variety of management changes at its business-purpose affiliate lender will boost originations in 2025. Read More

NYMT Boosts BPL Portfolio in 2024

The firm has been restructuring its portfolio since 2022 with the goal of producing “durable” earnings. Read More

Redwood Aims to Deepen Partnerships With Banks

Redwood has grown its bank partnerships over the last couple of years to prepare for a market in which depositories want to move away from mortgage lending. Read More

New Admin May Boost Opportunities for Crypto in Real Estate

A friendlier stance towards cryptocurrency companies from the White House could boost crypto-backed mortgages in the coming years. Read More

HEI Market Readies for Potential Regulations

Leading home equity investment companies have formed a new organization to advocate for appropriate regulations. Read More

Fix-and-Flip Lender F2 Plots Expansion Following Loan

The fix-and-flip lender says a diversity of funding options will give it a “wide and nimble” credit box. Read More

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Better has record HELOC growth; loanDepot expands equityFREEDOM product portfolio; Angel Oak reduces some requirements for non-QM products. Read More

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