Pennymac TPO Introduces Temporary Waiver of Credit Report Fees
Pennymac TPO is waiving the $99 credit report fee at closing for loans submitted via its POWER+ portal, providing cost savings for private lenders.
NAR balance sheet reveals revenue growth and increased public policy expenditure.
NAR's 2024 Form 990 shows $360M in revenue, $48M in public policy expenditures, and $2.5M compensation for CEO Nykia Wright, highlighting financial priorities.
RMBS performance expected to stabilize, though underlying issues emerge.
Moody's analysts forecast solid performance in residential mortgage-backed securities, with some expected deterioration in collateral conditions in the future.
Mortgage Applications and Refinance Activity Decline During Holiday Week
Mortgage applications fell by 1.4% last week, with a notable drop in refinancing activity for both conventional and government loans, signaling market shifts.
Analysis Highlights Potential Issues in DeSantis’ Florida Property Tax Proposal
Florida home values have decreased by approximately 3% year-over-year, raising concerns about potential impacts of the proposed tax plan.
Increasing credit report expenses could lead to upfront fees in mortgages.
Mortgage originators are shifting to upfront credit report fees as costs rise, with projections indicating a potential 50% increase by 2026.
eXp introduces a worldwide property search platform.
eXp Realty introduces LYVVE, a global property search platform, enhancing connections between eXp listings and agents across nearly 30 countries.
December housing data offers initial insights into the 2026 market.
December housing data reveals trends in purchase applications and inventory levels, providing insights that could shape the 2026 market as interest rates stabilize.
Private Mortgage Investor Reporting: Navigating Compliance for Trust and Success
Compliance and Regulatory Aspects of Investor Reporting As a mortgage lender, broker, or investor navigating the complex world of private mortgage servicing, you understand that trust isn't just a buzzword – it's the bedrock of every successful relationship. "Investor Reporting That Builds Trust" isn't [...]
Private Mortgage Investor Reporting: Navigating Compliance & Building Trust
Compliance and Regulatory Aspects of Investor Reporting In the dynamic world of private mortgage servicing, trust isn't just a nice-to-have; it's the bedrock of every successful relationship and transaction. For **mortgage lenders, brokers, and investors**, navigating the intricate web of investor reporting can feel [...]