Mortgage rates rise as Treasury yields hit 8-month high

Mortgage rates rise as Treasury yields hit 8-month high

The sharp upward movement in rates in a short period is eye-catching, but mortgage professionals say there’s no reason to panic as market conditions remain relatively healthy and affordable. ‘Natural, balanced market’... Read more »
Treasury, FHFA take key steps for ‘orderly’ exit of GSEs from conservatorship

Treasury, FHFA take key steps for ‘orderly’ exit of GSEs from conservatorship

“The GSEs are integral to homeownership and rental housing, and the transition to a post-conservatorship era must be done the right way with an ample timeline. MBA stands ready to work with... Read more »
CBO reports better conditions for GSEs to repay Treasury

CBO reports better conditions for GSEs to repay Treasury

While the mortgage industry debates the future of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac under the incoming Trump administration, the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) released a study on Friday suggesting that a recapitalization... Read more »
Mortgage rates rise following a surge in Treasury yields

Mortgage rates rise following a surge in Treasury yields

Mortgage rates rose this week as the yield on the benchmark 10-year Treasury note inched up. As of Monday, the yield on the 10-year U.S. Treasury note was about 4.25%, according to... Read more »

Change Lending and US Treasury settle lawsuit over CDFI certification

Nonbank originator Change Lending and the U.S. Department of the Treasury have agreed to settle a lawsuit in which the lender claims “flawed analysis and mathematical errors” led to its decertification as a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI).... Read more »
Change Lending keeps CDFI certification after agreement with US Treasury 

Change Lending keeps CDFI certification after agreement with US Treasury 

Non-bank originator Change Lending will continue to originate non-qualified mortgages (non-QMs) for underserved borrowers after it reached a tentative deal with the U.S. Department of Treasury that would keep the firm certified... Read more »