View in browser           Origination Bulletin   April 8, 2024       TOP STORIES   Credit scores   Purchase loan credit scores hit highest point in 6 years     Mortgages that homebuyers locked in March rose 17% even with FICOs at record high for Optimal Blue's dataset, suggesting there are many qualified borrowers.       Career advancement   Ocwen, MBA, CHLA make leadership appointments   Also, Argyle, Two Harbors add mortgage tech experts to boards, Planet Home expands sales team and Calque names its CEO.         Treasury bonds   Bond traders see 4.5% yields as next test as focus shifts to CPI   The surprisingly strong U.S. economy has driven Treasury yields to the highest since late November as investors dial back bets on interest-rate cuts, wagering that policymakers will be wary of easing policy prematurely.   Read the latest in Origination       Sponsor Content from National Mortgage News   NEW! Drive growth and embrace the innovative future of mortgage tech   Advances in Tech highlights the latest capabilities to improve efficiency and workflow, and increase customer engagement and satisfaction. Check out these demos and see how your firm can stay competitive.           National Mortgage News   You're receiving this email because you signed up for Editorial emails from National Mortgage News.   If you no longer wish to receive these emails, you can opt out here.   To update the emails you want to receive, or to unsubscribe from our mailing list, please visit our Email Preference Center.     Arizent One State Street Plaza, 27th Floor New York, NY 10004   About | Subscriptions | Contact | Privacy Policy   Have questions or concerns? Contact Support   Follow us in real time: