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The definition of an economist is said to be someone who "will know tomorrow why the things they predicted yesterday didn't materialise today," according to a great joke. These days, everyone is issuing warnings about everything: There have been diseases, home collapses, and overnight rates are close to 5%. The headlines get in size as the prediction increases. Nobody has a crystal ball, but it is certain that independent mortgage banks are losing even more money as a result of the rise in short- and long-term rates. Their warehouse line costs, for instance, have increased. ""Rob, even though every contract is different, with different covenants, most warehouse lenders have switched to some sort of SOFR as the reference rate with the transfer from LIBOR," stated Mike McFadden of Optifunder.

However, each warehouse lender has used a different set of SOFR terminology or sources (which is something Optfunder helps sort through). Generally speaking, a lot of warehouse lines are based on a spread to Overnight SOFR, a short-term rate that is significantly influenced by the Fed's actions, and this spread fluctuates significantly depending on the lender. However, the base rate has grown from 5 basis points to nearly 300 basis points as of last week, which means that for many IMBs, the effective cost of borrowing has gone up by 295 basis points in that time.

This week's episode, sponsored by EarnUp, which is rethinking payment and data flows across real estate ecosystems, origination, mortgage, and fintech, is available here. The most recent developments in the appraisal industry are covered in an interview with Mark Walser, president of Incenter Appraisal Management.)

Products, Services, and Software for Lenders and Brokers

"We share a history and have developed friendships over time.. In the good and bad banking years that I have spent over 25 years with my lender, MGIC always seemed to have had our backs. Because of this, Cathy decides to work with MGIC. After 65 years, our clients know they can rely on us to provide them fresh perspectives, investigate every possibility, and act as their advocates when necessary. See why lenders favour MGIC instead of taking our word for it!

Using the proprietary dashboard, you can easily obtain the Evidence of Insurance and the latest modifications to the mortgagee clause. For lenders and financial partners to effortlessly integrate into their digital origination solution with just a few easy steps, Credible Insurance offers a variety of integration alternatives. Start reducing your clients' HOI premium costs and saving them time. The HOI shopping and purchasing procedure at Credible Insurance is fast, entirely digital, doesn't include any calls from agents (unless the customer specifically requests one), and generates a high margin of profit. To find out more or to meet at the MBA Annual, get in touch with Mike Romano.

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The tallest roller coaster in the world, Kingda Ka, soars 45 floors straight up before spiralling down in 270 degrees. The industry felt a lot like that this year. Despite the volatility, lenders that entrust Computershare Loan Services (CLS) with the processing, underwriting, and closing tasks have had a significantly easier ride. Lenders' fixed costs are converted by CLS into manageable variables. Due to their worldwide hiring of the top personnel in the industry, CLS is able to scale your organisation up or down fast, removing fixed costs like overhead and manpower. Protect your revenue by getting in touch with Computershare Loan Services right away.

With a variety of financing options and a comprehensive and powerful suite of treasury management products and services, Western Alliance Bank's Specialized Mortgage Services Group remains solution-oriented in the face of shifting market conditions.From October 23 to October 26, our Treasury Management team will be attending the MBA Annual in Nashville.We'd like to meet to talk about how our treasury management solutions help make your cash flow cycle more efficient. To arrange a meeting, call Mark Short at (469) 702-6212 or Jennifer Schachterle at (720) 261-5774. We are familiar with the mortgage sector and can tailor our services to your needs in this dynamic environment. Our Warehouse Lending team provides funding for a variety of loan types and collaborates with borrowers to create unique terms that satisfy investor and execution requirements. Western Alliance Bank, an FDIC member.

Spending money on relationships and technology may seem contradictory given the current market's lower volume and uncertain profitability. However, this could be the ideal time to assess your procedures and alliances in light of your company's goals. By putting the time, effort, and money into these areas now, you can discover possible chances to increase efficiency, compete better in the current market, and position yourself for success when the inevitable upswing occurs. Your future business will be impacted by the choices you make now. Local lenders can be positioned as innovators in a sector that is changing quickly by taking a proactive approach to technology, relationships, and processes.

Changes to Jumbo and Non-Agency Loans

Despite the rise in index rates, HELOCs are a hot issue at the moment. Even the news site for home equity loans, HEL.news, covers HELOCs. Jumbo, non-conforming, non-Agency, and non-QM, however... Loan originators require these products in order to assist customers in either refinancing their current homes—especially for self-employed borrowers—or buying a new home, even though they make up a small portion of total output.

Sometimes people wonder why jumbo rates are lower than conforming rates. The short answer is no, jumbo loans do not have a guarantee/guarantor cost of 52 basis points, or roughly 0.5 percent, connected to each loan. The FHFA's Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac have exclusive control over the gfee.

For non-QM lenders and investors, life is not always simple. For instance, publicly traded non-QM mortgage REIT Angel Oak Mortgage Inc. revealed this month that a funding agreement it has with Barclays Bank has been extended by two weeks. Oct. 14 is the new termination date.

The facility was recently negotiated by Peachtree Mortgage, a division of AOMI. Robert Williams, the CEO and president of Angel Oak Mortgage who assisted in the business's IPO in 2021, has left the company.

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Delay financing alternatives are available in the Non-QM products from Angel Oak Mortgage Solutions. "It's a fantastic method to pay to win a bid and then get the majority of it back without having to wait for six months after purchase."

Remember when the Federal Reserve used to call inflation "transitory" for a few months? Then there was... Although the Federal Open Market Committee's next meeting isn't until November 1st, the minutes from its September meeting, which were published last week, emphasised policymakers' forecasts that their tight monetary policy stance would result in cooling labour markets and higher unemployment. Even in the face of a slight recession that results in fewer jobs and lower pay but is preferred to the current high inflationary environment, they want to further restrict monetary policy until they are confident that inflation has meaningfully decreased down to 2%.

Retail sales for September revealed that consumers had reduced their purchases of durable goods including furniture, electronics, and cars. The higher-than-expected consumer price report for September has highlighted the necessity for the Fed to proceed aggressively at its upcoming meeting in November. According to the report, companies can still raise prices to consumers to offset rising operating expenses. As a result of the report, the market now expects the Fed to raise interest rates by another 75 basis points at their upcoming meeting.

Hopes that the Federal Reserve might scale back interest-rate increases were shattered when it was revealed that U.S. core inflation reached a 40-year high last week and concerns that pricing pressures are hardening. The regional Fed manufacturing PMIs, housing-related news, further Treasury coupon supply, and the last Fed appearances before their blackout period, which will start before the November 1/2 FOMC meeting, are all on this week's economic docket. The most recent Beige Book will also be made public on Wednesday before that meeting. But with only the Empire State Manufacturing for October (-9.1) expected out today, which is unlikely to have any impact on mortgage rates, the week gets off to a calm start. Class C 48 hours for MBS is tomorrow. We start the week with improved Agency MBS prices. 

Job growth:

"Want goods? Gateway has it. With the appropriate products at your fingertips, start the new year off well! The appeal of working for a bank is the chance to provide novel goods to the marketplace. A part of Gateway First Bank, Gateway Mortgage has a diverse range of (X) goods. Need a loan for construction? Gateway has it. Need it for a one- or two-close transaction? We still have it! What about a bond loan, jumbo loan, or ARM loan? Yup! I have those too! Additionally, Gateway provides extended locks, buy-down options, and more! Gateway is seeking high-producing individuals who require a broad range of products in a mortgage-centric environment that supports operations so that loan originators can concentrate on customers.

Three Senior Vice Presidents have joined USA Mortgage, one of the top mortgage loan originators in the country (Source: Scotsman Guide), as they fill three newly formed roles on the management team. USA Mortgage is a 100 percent employee-owned company. The new posts mark the start of several new growth initiatives that USA has planned to roll out during these trying times. Brooke Anderson, SVP of National Business Development and Recruiting, based in Philadelphia, PA; Clay Duncan, SVP of National Production, based in Huntsville, AL; and Nic Stotler, SVP of Strategic Partnerships, based in St. Louis, MO, are now representing the USA in its effort to develop new markets and opportunities.