Origination
Staying on top of mortgage origination news may be more important right now than ever. The mortgage industry has faced more than its fair share of challenges throughout 2022, with higher than average mortgage rates leading to dwindling interest from potential borrowers. In turn, the great mortgage bank consolidation has been underway, and a number of other seismic shifts in the industry have occurred as well.
These types of changes are expected to continue through at least the first half of 2023, although there is optimism that the industry may see improvement in the second half of the year. As a mortgage origination professional, you can stay up to date on the news you need with the extensive mortgage origination coverage published by HousingWire.
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The path to more affordable mortgages: Why lenders hold the keys
Sep 15, 2025 5:00 amAffordability remains one of the biggest hurdles in today’s housing market. Yes, macroeconomic forces like the Fed’s policies shape the overall rate environment, but mortgage lenders aren’t powerless passengers on this ride. In fact, you hold tangible points of influence that can directly impact borrower affordability and your own business competitiveness. The question is: are you using them?
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