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Volume 25 Issue 55

Monday, March 23, 2026

Advocacy Update: Federal Banking Agencies’ Basel III Re-proposal Contains Numerous MBA Recommendations

This week’s top legislative and policy news from the Mortgage Bankers Association.

Homes Sell for $6,000 More in Late May, Zillow Finds

For homeowners planning a move this year, choosing the right few weeks to list their house could be worth thousands, according to Zillow, Seattle.

C-PACE Financing Jumps 63% Year-Over-Year to $3.6 Billion

C-PACE financing volume grew from $2.2 billion in 2024 to $3.6 billion last year, a 63% jump, according to a new report from Bayview PACE, Coral Gables, Fla.

MBA VIDEOS

MBA Now: Previewing MBANAC26 with Plaza Home Mortgage’s Melanie Coulton, CMB, AMP

MBA Now: Previewing MBANAC26 with Plaza Home Mortgage’s Melanie Coulton, CMB, AMP

mPower Moments: The Importance of Resilience and Confidence with LaTasha Waddy

mPower Moments: The Importance of Resilience and Confidence with LaTasha Waddy

MBA Now: David Upbin on Mortgage Banking Bound's Launch at Louisiana State University

MBA Now: David Upbin on Mortgage Banking Bound's Launch at Louisiana State University

MBA Research Minute: What's Happening in the Housing Market

MBA Research Minute: What's Happening in the Housing Market

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TOP NATIONAL NEWS

How CONVERGENCE is Expanding Homeownership in Central Ohio and Nationwide
ARMs Offer Buyers Largest Discount in Nearly 4 Years
FinCEN Anti-Money Laundering Rule Struck Down in Court
Office-to-Housing Conversion Initiatives Proliferate in California

UPCOMING EVENTS AND NEWS

Data & System Privacy in an AI World, April 2
School of Mortgage Banking II Online Starts June 1
Learn About the MBA State Ambassador Program

FICO Score 10T: Historical Data, Adopter Program, and What’s Next (Sponsored)

With 40+ lenders already evaluating FICO® Score 10T and GSE historical data on the way, momentum is accelerating.

March 20, 2026

Chart of the Week: IMB Net Production Income

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Independent mortgage banks and mortgage subsidiaries of chartered banks reported a pre-tax net production profit of 17 basis points (or $674 per originated loan) in the fourth quarter, according to MBA's newest Quarterly Mortgage Bankers Performance Report.

March 23, 2026

Mortgage Ready: Exploring How Standards Could Transform Financial Guidance into Homeownership

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The mortgage journey actually begins before the application. This is the heart of an industry conversation that will take place during the MISMO Spring Summit.

March 18, 2026

Women’s History Month: Spotlighting Bank of Tennessee Mortgage President Tammie L. Gravlee

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March is women’s history month and MBA NewsLink is hosting a series of interviews with women in the industry to learn about their experiences and challenges, and get their advice. Our fourth spotlight is on Tammie L. Gravlee, CMB, president, Mortgage Division, Bank of Tennessee.

March 19, 2026

ATTOM: Home Flipping Dips; Profit Margins Shrink

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ATTOM, Irvine, Calif., reported that just over 297,000 single-family homes and condos were flipped nationwide last year, the fewest since 2020 and down 3.9% from 2024’s total of 309,050.

March 25, 2026

Basel III Endgame Re-Proposal Update: March 27

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This webinar will provide a detailed summary of the provisions of the Basel III Proposal released on March 19, and especially, how these rules impact mortgage origination and servicing by MBA members.

March 18, 2026

Mary Kay Scully: Rethinking Learning in a Leaner Workforce

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Oscar Wilde observed, “You can never be overdressed or over-educated.” In today’s mortgage environment, the latter may be one of the most important investments leaders can make.

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