April 3, 2020By John BancroftGNMA MBS Issuance Slows in 1Q20, Heads Up in MarchThe next big refinance wave in government lending may take a few months to fully hit the Ginnie Mae MBS market, but it's coming. (Includes four data charts.)
April 3, 2020By Maria VolkovaHUD Extends Forbearance as Unemployment RisesHUD extends forbearance for a six-month period. As unemployment spikes, FHA/VA servicers brace themselves for delinquencies.
April 3, 2020By Maria VolkovaFHA/VA Lenders Raise Credit Score RequirementsIn the wake of the pandemic, FHA and VA lenders are raising credit score minimums, at least temporarily. Some are in mid-600s.