Steven Frie, Director, Structured Finance at S&P Global Ratings gives insights into what’s driving the servicing business and the lessons he’s learned in his various roles in financing for the housing and mortgage industry.
Read More »Freddie Mac Implements DocMagic eVault and SmartREGISTRY
DocMagic, Inc., a provider of fully-compliant loan document preparation, regulatory compliance and comprehensive eMortgage services, recently announced that Freddie Mac has implemented its SaaS-based eVault technology and SmartREGISTRY platform.
Read More »Mel Watt: “I Am Not Above the Law”
On top of the controversial nature of the conservatorship of the GSEs, the FHFA may be facing further internal issues. Find out more in this coverage of Thursday Financial Services Committee hearing.
Read More »Home Sales Fall Behind in a Strong Economy
Despite improved economic conditions and a better inventory, the housing market has not quite reached its potential. See how affordability and demand issues are holding the market back.
Read More »Mortgage Rates Continue Steady Climb
Mortgage rates have risen for the third week in a row, hitting a high not seen in over a month. Rates are expected to continue to rise, but by how much?
Read More »Hurricane Florence’s Housing Impact—A Visual Forecast
As Hurricane Florence bears down on the East Coast, a predictive 3D model attempts to forecast the storm's potential impact on housing in the region.
Read More »The Impact of Mortgages on MSR Values
Mortgage spread valuations had increased slightly, negatively impacting MSR values, according to a recent report. See what other factors have been affecting MSR values.
Read More »Mortgage Rates See an Uptick
Mortgage rates went up for the second week in a row. See how each type of mortgage performed this week.
Read More »Who Will Succeed Don Layton in 2019?
Freddie Mac has begun to implement its CEO succession plan after Don Layton announced his intention to retire in the second half of 2019. Click through to learn more about who is in line for succession and what this means for the GSE.
Read More »Building Successful Servicer Partnerships
Freddie Mac’s Servicing Success Program is helping servicers enhance their performance for mortgage loans. Yvette Gilmore, VP, Servicer Relationship & Performance Management at Freddie Mac spoke to MReport about the program and how servicers can reimagine the business. Editor’s Note: This feature originally appeared in the September issue of MReport, out now.
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