Originations

The latest Federal Reserve move to combat inflation led to a weekly increase of more than 50 basis points.

Lumber prices have wavered, but gypsum, steel and transportation were still on the rise in the past month, according to a National Association of Home Builders analysis.

New-home borrowers eyeing things like rising commuting costs could add at-home amenities instead so long as they remain relatively affordable, one take on a National Association of Home Builders report suggests.

A positive employment report, robust consumer spending and Fed comments on inflation counter measures drove rates upward.

Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac asked originators to resubmit applications that contained errors and adjust sold mortgage information due to incorrect life-of-loan representations and warranties.

Elevated prices coupled with higher mortgage rates are leading to affordability challenges that have reduced borrowing volumes.

Delays in closing the deal after it was announced in August resulted in the parties' decision to remain separate, although they will still work together.

The inventory shortage is beginning to ease, while demand is slowing due to high prices and rising mortgage rates.

With anticipated Federal Reserve moves already factored in, inflation and jobs data could play a bigger role in driving movement over the near term.

The effects on nonbanks will depend on the mix between their production and servicing operations, Fitch Ratings said.

Privately securitized mortgages made by these institutions have already exceeded 2021 levels, however some of the collateral lacks income verification, according to a new KBRA report.

Several Sun Belt cities popular for relocation over the last two years were among markets with the most reduced listing prices in April.

Mortgage companies selling loans to the government-sponsored enterprise will be able to use the information for one type of employment check as well as to validate income and assets.

The acting head of the Federal Housing Finance Agency will become the first African American woman to lead the agency as a result of the vote Wednesday.

While the purchase index registered a tiny uptick, activity has fallen to nearly the same level seen during the first months of the pandemic shutdown.

While longtime non-QM companies have originated mortgages in the segment for years, new contenders have come into the market as the number of potential customers who fit into the category grows.

The offering touts closings in as few as 10 days and allows homebuyers to compete with deep-pocketed investors and iBuyers.

A larger share felt it was a bad time for both buying and selling, but a growing number expect price growth to slow.

The March estimates for payrolls of nonbanks involved in home lending confirm widespread anecdotal reports of industry layoffs, but strength in broader financial-services hiring could pick up the slack.

Purchase numbers came in higher for both conventional and government activity, while the average loan amount shows signs of easing.