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The MSR market hasn’t been this hot in decades
MSR sellers are capitalizing on “enormous” demand and valuations at a 25-year high. Buyers are plotting recapture opportunities. We’ve got the scop on who’s selling.
DIY automation isn’t always a win: What mortgage lenders need to know
In today’s mortgage industry, nearly every organization is battling inefficiencies caused by manual processes. Whether it’s a loan officer pulling data from one system to enter it into another, or underwriting teams relying on endless email threads and spreadsheets, the day-to-day operations behind most lending workflows are still shockingly analog.
Experts weigh in on the shifting MBS market
The MBS market is shifting. On the demand side, investor profiles will likely change. Meanwhile, supply is expected to decline.
Loan-repurchase risk threatens future M&A deals
The growing wave of loan-repurchase requests from Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac has yet another major wrinkle, and it could majorly impact M&A activity.
Fannie and Freddie address loan-repurchase complaints
The agencies on Tuesday recognized that the loan-repurchase requests have taken a toll on originators. What happens next is less clear.
