Mortgage Rates Fall Below 6% After Trump’s MBS Announcement
Mortgage rates dip under 6% as spreads tighten, influenced by Trump's MBS directive and stable 10-year yields, presenting opportunities for private lenders.
DOJ Leadership Stops Antitrust Review of Compass and Anywhere Transaction
Compass has acquired Anywhere, navigating potential antitrust concerns. Key reporting by Wall Street Journal and Bloomberg highlights the DOJ's limited intervention.
AIME-Sweeney Lawsuit Transferred to Court in Michigan
Court affirms Michigan as the proper venue for case involving United Wholesale Mortgage and Sarah DeCiantis, citing residency as the basis for jurisdiction.
Trump instructs GSEs to acquire $200 billion in MBS to reduce mortgage rates.
President Trump directs GSEs to acquire $200 billion in mortgage-backed securities, aiming to reduce mortgage rates and stimulate the housing market.
Trump Advocates for a Ban on Large Investor Home Purchases
Donald Trump proposes banning institutional investors from single-family home purchases, leading to significant declines in rental REIT stock values.
UWM marks 40th anniversary with a 40-bps incentive for brokers.
UWM offers a 40 basis-point incentive on multiple loan types through its Control Your Price program, enhancing competitive options for private lenders.
Will 2026 be the year homeowners move on from low mortgage rates?
As mortgage rates rise from historic lows, homeowners face tough decisions about their financing options, impacting the private lending landscape significantly.
FHFA’s Pulte Critiques Pricing Practices of Credit Bureaus
Bill Pulte, director of the FHFA, addresses credit bureau pricing concerns on X, highlighting potential impacts on private lenders and the mortgage industry.
Larry Ellison Sells San Francisco Property in $45 Million Off-Market Transaction
Larry Ellison has sold a prime San Francisco property for $45 million. Learn about the implications of this high-value transaction for private lenders.
California Real Estate Trainer Fined and Banned for Exam Violations
California real estate education firm and ex-president penalized $60,000 and banned for three years due to exam violations, impacting industry standards.