The broker channel gained market share across the three major mortgage-product categories during the second quarter of 2023. In the conventional-conforming sector, the broker share hit 23.6%. (Includes two data charts.)

As severe weather events batter major housing markets, borrowers are finding it difficult and expensive to obtain homeowners insurance, according to panelists at a Mortgage Bankers Association conference.

Commercial banks reported a slight sequential increase in repurchases in the second quarter. But at the midway point this year, buybacks were down sharply compared to the first half of last year. (Includes data chart.)