Mortgage lock volumes surged 26% year-over-year in December, despite a monthly decline.

Optimal Blue's December 2024 report shows a 26% year-over-year increase in mortgage lock volume, driven by rises in purchase locks, cash-out refinances, and rate-and-term refinances. Despite this growth, there was a month-over-month decline in rate lock volumes. Conforming loan share hit a low of 51%, with FHA, VA, and non-conforming loans gaining ground.

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