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Trump Wants Cheaper Mortgages. Here's the Catch.

Trump Wants Cheaper Mortgages. Here's the Catch.

Draft executive order could save borrowers thousands on refis. Plus, more Better drama, an AI loan officer working overtime & a significant mortgage M&A deal.

Oct 21, 2026

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A Fed-Up $30M Producer & The Death of Channels

A Fed-Up $30M Producer & The Death of Channels

A candid conversation with a frustrated LO who's ready to exit, housing bill hits the Trump wall, Michael Strauss fallout continues & more scoops from around the industry.

Jul 10, 2026

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6 min read

CCM’s $2.1M Clawback Gets Put on Ice

CCM’s $2.1M Clawback Gets Put on Ice

Lender must wait to collect until after Chris Gallo's criminal trial concludes. Plus, Argentina tries to create a mortgage market, Trump is sour on ROAD to Housing Act, GSEs release credit data & more

Jul 2, 2026

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6 min read

Goodbye, IRRRL

Goodbye, IRRRL

A House-passed veterans benefits bill could make VA streamlines waaaaay more expensive. Plus: Nima’s lender LARP, UWM’s beaten-down stock, Kevin Warsh’s Fed playbook, PennyMac turns on VantageScore & more.

Jun 29, 2026

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6 min read

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