Category: Mortgage Industry News

On Friday, Fairway, the country’s ninth-biggest mortgage originator, confirmed it will be shutting down its wholesale channel. The company will now focus solely on retail.

In 2023, amidst an environment characterized by high rates, Pennymac Financial Services achieved considerable profits. The primary driver behind this financial success was notably their robust servicing portfolio.

Recently, a tax legislation that enjoys bipartisan support was passed and it included an important measure for low-income housing. However, there is increasing demand for lawmakers to take additional actions.

In a move to streamline its mortgage operations, United Bank is planning to close its subsidiary, Crescent Mortgage, by March.

A meticulous analysis of the HECM portfolio sheds light on variations in value and the trajectory of the reverse mortgage program.

For over a decade, the Tech100 initiative by HousingWire has been honoring the most forward-thinking and influential tech firms in the industry. These companies are noted for their remarkable contributions in setting long-standing problems faced by professionals in mortgage and real estate sectors. The accolade sheds light on those innovators who are harnessing the power of analytics to derive insightful solutions, fostering growth and streamlining processes. Please note that the original source of this summary should not be referred to.

The lender is undergoing an overhaul of its widespread retail mortgage sector. This revamp has led to a scale-down of upper management positions, prompting loan officers to seek alternative employment.

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The chief economist of Freddie Mac predicts a strong spring housing market.