Mortgage Industry News
Mortgage Credit Availability Improved in February
“Most of last month’s supply growth was in loan programs that allowed for cash-out refinance and on investor homes,” said MBA’s Joel Kan. Continue Reading Mortgage Credit Availability Improved in February
PennyMac Debuts Non-QM Product Suite
The new products are designed to “help TPO partners solve complex borrower scenarios, expand their addressable market, and close more loans.” Continue Reading PennyMac Debuts Non-QM Product Suite
Mortgage Rates Inch Up Slightly
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.09% as of Jan. 22. Continue Reading Mortgage Rates Inch Up Slightly
Refinancing Inquiries Spark Upswing in Mortgage Application Activity
The FHA share of total applications decreased to 15.9% from 19.2% the week prior. Continue Reading Refinancing Inquiries Spark Upswing in Mortgage Application Activity
Newrez to Recognize Crypto Assets for Mortgage Qualification
This offering will be available in February across Newrez’s Smart Series suite of non-agency products. Continue Reading Newrez to Recognize Crypto Assets for Mortgage Qualification
Mortgage Marketing Vault Launches as Platform for Loan Officers
The new platform offers online marketing content including social media posts, videos and blog articles to templates and printables. Continue Reading Mortgage Marketing Vault Launches as Platform for Loan Officers
Mortgage Application Activity Surges by 20%
The Refinance Index increased 35% from the previous week – the highest level in six months. Continue Reading Mortgage Application Activity Surges by 20%
United Wholesale Mortgage in AI Partnership with Google Cloud
UWM will integrate Google Cloud AI and machine learning tools into its lending platform. Continue Reading United Wholesale Mortgage in AI Partnership with Google Cloud
Start-Up to Offer Continuing Education and Training for Mortgage Professionals
Next Level Education was co-founded by longtime mortgage industry professionals JR Huber and Debbie Gadberry. Continue Reading Start-Up to Offer Continuing Education and Training for Mortgage Professionals
VA to End Mortgage Rescue Program for Veterans
Mortgage Bankers Association President and CEO Bob Broeksmit criticized the decision. Continue Reading VA to End Mortgage Rescue Program for Veterans
Mortgage Rates Continue to Decline
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.64% as of April 3. Continue Reading Mortgage Rates Continue to Decline
Slowing in Refinance Drives Down Mortgage Application Activity
The median sales price of new houses sold in February was $414,500. Continue Reading Slowing in Refinance Drives Down Mortgage Application Activity
Bank of America Reports 80% Surge in Q1 Mortgage Applications
“We’re seeing a steady increase in home buying activity, and it’s beyond what we would normally see from a seasonality perspective,” said Matt Vernon, head of consumer lending. Continue Reading Bank of America Reports 80% Surge in Q1 Mortgage Applications
Fannie Mae Forecasts Declining Mortgage Rates for 2025 and 2026
The revised forecast was mirrored by a mild upward revision for predicted existing home sales in 2025. Continue Reading Fannie Mae Forecasts Declining Mortgage Rates for 2025 and 2026
Mixed Results in Latest Mortgage Rate Data
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.65% as of March 13 Continue Reading Mixed Results in Latest Mortgage Rate Data













