NRMLA speaks out on the future of federal reverse mortgage programs

December 8, 2025 by bp56691

After federal housing leaders issued a request for information in October about the future of two key reverse mortgage programs, the National Reverse Mortgage Lenders Association (NRMLA) weighed in last week with a detailed list of suggestions.

Kevin Hassett is the rumored lead for Fed chair position

November 25, 2025 by bp56691

Kevin Hassett is the rumored frontrunner to become the next Federal Reserve chair as he aligns with Trump’s interest rate agenda.

With Powell set to move on, who are the candidates for the next Fed chair?

November 21, 2025 by bp56691

With Jerome Powell’s term ending in May, several candidates are in the running to become the next Federal Reserve chair.

Raphael Bostic to retire as Atlanta Fed president

November 12, 2025 by bp56691

Raphael Bostic, the first Black and openly gay regional Fed president, announced his retirement from the Atlanta Fed, effective in February 2026.

Mortgage industry backs LLPA changes but is divided over priorities

November 5, 2025 by bp56691

The mortgage industry largely supports changes to the loan-level price adjustment (LLPA) matrix but remains divided on priorities, with a full overhaul unlikely amid a potential stock offering of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.

Another Fed rate cut to finish 2025? Not so fast

November 4, 2025 by bp56691

The odds that the Federal Reserve will cut benchmark interest rates again in December are still high — but not as high as they were before last week’s cut.

FHFA inspector general role vacant after reported ouster of Joe Allen

November 3, 2025 by bp56691

The inspector general position at the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) is currently vacant after the reported ouster of Joe Allen.

Debate heats up around GSEs’ potentially larger role as MBS buyers

October 30, 2025 by bp56691

Overall, the perception is that having new buyers of MBS would be positive for the industry, although some question whether the GSEs would be the best actors to play this role.

Fed prepares to pivot balance sheet, with potential ripple effects for mortgages

October 28, 2025 by bp56691

A growing number of economists believe the Federal Reserve is close to announcing the end of its quantitative tightening (QT) program — a move that could have wide-reaching implications for the mortgage industry.

Fifth Third buys Comerica in nearly $11B deal

October 7, 2025 by bp56691

The transaction is expected to close by the end of the first quarter of 2026, pending approval from each company’s shareholders.