Quote: Apr. 24, 2023

“MBA members have a long history of adjusting to regulatory changes. Our more than 2,100 member companies, representing the full range of lenders, loan servicers, and other stakeholders, share FHFA’s goal of a sound mortgage finance system. MBA is certain, however, that the LLPA based on DTI would not advance the GSEs’ mission but instead create complications and problems for borrowers and lenders alike.” 
–MBA President & CEO Robert Broeksmit, CMB.

Bob Caruso of ServiceMac LLC: Servicing Strategies in a Heightened Compliance Environment

Over the past two decades, regulatory and investor guidelines have become much more nuanced. In addition, maintaining on-going compliance to the rules and audit guidelines has been challenging given servicers’ day-to-day responsibilities. Servicers have had to become more agile and look for ways to update processes and implement changes quickly to reduce the risk of non-compliance.

Jim Leath of Equifax Mortgage Services: The Return of the HELOC Market

Customers now expect more from their HELOC lenders and are requesting a more personalized experience with high-touch digital online channels and mobile app experiences. However, with uncertainty around interest rates and continued inflation, HELOC borrowers are more likely than ever to choose to tap into their equity to remodel or upgrade their existing home rather than purchase a new one.

March Existing Home Sales Down 2.4%

Existing home sales edged lower in March, marking a muted start to the spring housing market, the National Association of Realtors reported Thursday.

Jim Leath of Equifax Mortgage Services: The Return of the HELOC Market

Customers now expect more from their HELOC lenders and are requesting a more personalized experience with high-touch digital online channels and mobile app experiences. However, with uncertainty around interest rates and continued inflation, HELOC borrowers are more likely than ever to choose to tap into their equity to remodel or upgrade their existing home rather than purchase a new one.