Economic Return on Book Value
For the first 9 months of 2024, TWO generated a 7.0% total economic return on book value, demonstrating strong returns across market environments.
MSR Portfolio Stability
The MSR portfolio has a low gross weighted average coupon (WACC) of 3.5%, with only 1% having a rate refinance incentive, indicating stability even if rates drop.
Direct-to-Consumer Channel Development
TWO's direct-to-consumer channel closed and funded $22.4 million UPB of first mortgages, with plans to scale up to 30 loan officers by year-end from a small team of 3-5.
Agency RMBS Performance
Specified pools outperformed TBAs, particularly higher coupons, and TWO added about $300 million in loan balance 6.5 pools in Q3.