5 developments for mortgage professionals to look for in 2018

5 developments for mortgage professionals to look for in 2018

Written By: Joel Palmer, Op-Ed Writer

With a new presidential administration, a number of regulatory developments, and a strong housing market, 2017 was an eventful year for the mortgage industry. A number of these developments will carry over into the new year. Here are five things that could impact mortgage processors, mortgage underwriters and the rest of the industry in 2018. 


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FHFA releases latest report on NPL sales

FHFA releases latest report on NPL sales

Written By: Joel Palmer, Op-Ed Writer

The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) recently reported that nearly half of the almost 70,000 non-performing loans (NPLs) sold through last year had been resolved. 


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‘Best year in a decade’ will give way to mortgage slowdown

‘Best year in a decade’ will give way to mortgage slowdown

Written By: Joel Palmer, Op-Ed Writer

Enjoy it while it lasts.It’s been a better-than-expected year for mortgage processors and underwriters. While there isn’t concern about a repeat of 2007-2008, the mortgage and housing industries are preparing for an eventual slowdown in activity.


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HUD working to address use of FCA to penalize FHA lenders

HUD working to address use of FCA to penalize FHA lenders

Written By: Joel Palmer, Op-Ed Writer

When Donald Trump was elected president of the United States a year ago, the mortgage industry was hopeful his administration would alleviate the regulatory burden that intensified under the Obama Administration.


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Rates, inventory, labor, and hurricanes impacting mortgage market

Rates, inventory, labor, and hurricanes impacting mortgage market

Written By: Joel Palmer, Op-Ed Writer

The mortgage market was already expected to decline in 2017 because of rising mortgage rates. Then homeowners collectively decided not to put their properties up for sale, tightening inventory.


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Mortgage fraud risk on the rise

Mortgage fraud risk on the rise

Written By: Joel Palmer, Op-Ed Writer

Mortgage underwriters and processors should be extra vigilant during the lending process due to the increased potential of mortgage fraud. 


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Real estate market to remain “favorable” in 2018, according to Freddie Mac

Real estate market to remain “favorable” in 2018, according to Freddie Mac

Written By: Joel Palmer, Op-Ed Writer

Mortgage processors and underwriters can expect 2018 to bring a slight increase in purchase loan volume, a considerable reduction in refinance activity, and an influx of home equity loan applications.


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NFIP gets short-term extension; needs long-term solution

NFIP gets short-term extension; needs long-term solution

Written By: Joel Palmer, Op-Ed Writer

The National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), set to expire in the coming weeks, was extended by President Trump earlier this month. But its future is as challenging to forecast as the path of an Atlantic hurricane.


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FHFA extends HARP, modifies new high LTV refinance program

FHFA extends HARP, modifies new high LTV refinance program

Written By: Joel Palmer, Op-Ed Writer

Mortgage refinance activity is expected to drop off considerably this year and next due to rising mortgage rates. But a new program set to launch could create refinance opportunities for certain homeowners.


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Despite calls for change, GSEs maintain current credit scoring model

Despite calls for change, GSEs maintain current credit scoring model

Written By: Joel Palmer, Op-Ed Writer

Some people buy the latest versions of products and technology the day they launch. Others are content using outdated models. 


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