In a downturn, some fintechs, such as independent lenders, will be more vulnerable to economic forces than those working to service banks' regulatory needs.
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Fannie Mae's current tack could help it weather some of the new challenges confronting the government-sponsored enterprises, including the planned expiration of its qualified mortgage rule exemption and rate-driven earnings volatility.
August 1
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Bank of America is tapping the commercial mortgage-backed securities market to refinance the debt on its namesake Manhattan office building, providing BofA and building co-owner The Durst Company with a hefty cash-equity payout.
August 1
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Mr. Cooper Group reported a second-quarter net loss of $87 million as the company took a $231 million fair value hit to its mortgage servicing rights portfolio.
August 1
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White Oak Global Advisors' commercial finance unit adds two ABL veterans with backgrounds in the SME space.
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The Federal Housing Administration is aiming to limit the share of borrowers who have been withdrawing money from the value of their homes.
August 1
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The 14 deals priced the week of July 22 included 10-year deals that have bought 2019 volume to $73 billion, or just shy of the comparable $75 billion mark in 2018, which had record total volume of $129 billion.
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Freddie Mac continues to churn out steady financial returns, with the growth in first-time home buyers and credit risk transfers providing the GSE stable footing when a recession comes, according to new CEO David Brickman.
July 31
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The Delaware company, best known for issuing prepaid cards, has ramped up commercial real estate securitizations. The shift promises to deliver big fees, but it could also cause headaches if defaults spike.
July 30
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S&P stated that as more loans stretch into 72 months or even 84 months as a result of rising new-vehicle prices, auto ABS investors must be mindful of increased credit risks that accompany extended-term loans.
July 30
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New Residential Investment Corp. took a $32 million net loss in the second quarter as it diversified its business lines and repositioned to protect its mortgage servicing rights from falling rates.
July 30
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Some believe the administration will delay action on Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to avoid any political fallout. Others say the window for reform is closing.
July 29
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Angel Oak Mortgage Trust 2019-4 involves 1,551 loans, according to ratings agency presale reports. Nearly 84% of the loans have borrowers who do not meet the CFPB’s qualified mortgage standard.
July 29
