We review LO employment agreements at three of America's biggest lenders. Plus, Pulte's new political headache & UWM's peculiar return to profitability.
Nov 4, 2026
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6 min read
Two mortgage giants, two very different playbooks for a brutal rate environment. Plus: Zillow's zero-down catch, FICO goes SaaS & more lender distress.
Oct 30, 2026
5 min read
The first meaningful securitization data shows a much heavier cash-out mix than FICO. Plus, the expensive Rent-an-LO market, the turmoil at Fannie Mae & a fresh batch of scoops.
Sep 11, 2026
Karen Postiglioni breaks down the creative math behind mortgage retention claims. Plus, Fannie’s workforce hits the therapy couch & Chad Smith leaves Better.
Sep 8, 2026
Detroit smells vulnerability in Pontiac: bounties, a “Moving Squad” & sharper pricing for brokers. Plus, Roam appears to be toast
Sep 2, 2026
Inside the deal terms, why big broker shops are taking Pylon's calls, & the Zillow Home Loans numbers that should worry every LO w/ an MSA.
Aug 7, 2026
7 min read
