UWM launched Refi ’86, an 86-bps refi pricing incentive through June 30, and added Mia On Demand plus Mia Español updates.

The Senate confirmed Kevin Warsh on Wednesday to succeed Jerome Powell as chairman of the Federal Reserve, sparking hopes within the mortgage industry for less volatility as Warsh takes the helm of the central bank.

At a time when some reverse mortgage lenders are struggling to bring new business through the door, Movement Mortgage is an example of a company that’s posting modest growth through organic lead generation and purpose-driven leadership.

GO Mortgage has launched a third-party origination channel built on a new wholesale platform. Leading the effort is Rob Saunders, who was named executive vice president of TPO production.

Two Harbors rejected UWM’s $12.50 offer, citing financing, MSR valuation and execution risk ahead of a May 19 vote.

A consistent theme emerged from the latest mortgage earnings season: higher interest rates and macroeconomic volatility are dampening second-quarter expectations.