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Feb 27, 2026

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What the Rocket-Compass Deal Really Means for Rate

Feb 26, 2026

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Dissecting the Rocket–Compass Strategic Bet

Feb 25, 2026

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Most LOs Don’t Actually Know How They’re Paid

Feb 23, 2026

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Casa’s Big Bet on Pure Broker — And What It Means for Wholesale

Feb 16, 2026

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Will Banks Take Back Mortgage?

Feb 12, 2026

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Breaking Down Pennymac’s Blockbuster Cenlar Deal

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IMBs Are Losing 68% Of Their Own Borrowers

Mar 2, 2026

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IMBs Are Losing 68% Of Their Own Borrowers

We dive into the growing recapture crisis. Plus, EPO risk at PrimeLending, Zillow's mortgage RESPA challenges, Rocket's big week & more.

James Kleimann

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