A number of nonbanks added significantly to their Freddie servicing portfolios during the first quarter, raising the industry's stake to over half of the market. Meanwhile, delinquency rates fell sharply in early 2021. (Includes two data charts.) Read More
The January amendments to the PSPA require the GSEs to follow the new QM rule, even though CFPB may not enforce the rule until October 2022. That means Fannie and Freddie will no longer purchase GSE patch loans after July 1. Read More
Mortgage industry observers increasingly argue that Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac should be regulated as utilities. But conservative critics say, “Not so fast.” Read More
FHFA says it has not “extended” the fee because it never announced an end date. Nevertheless, it will review the financial situation in October. Read More