The Fed votes on the fate of the federal funds rate once again today. What came of it this time?
Read More »Could CFPB Poll Results Be Skewed?
A recent poll may have showed serious support for the CFPB and Dodd-Frank, but after further study, the results may not be as accurate as some had hoped. What gives?
Read More »Looking out for the Rural Communities
Thanks to a Washington state congresswoman, more rural communities may become eligible for HUD block grants. Learn more about the new bill now.
Read More »Slow Down Ahead
Though the share of underwater borrowers has fallen for 20 straight quarters, data released today begs an interesting question. Could the days of decline be coming to a close?
Read More »What Can Change Homeownership Rates?
According to a new study, there are several factors that will dictate the homeownership rates of tomorrow. But will those help or hurt?
Read More »Small Step for Women and Minorities, Giant Leap for Mankind
Earlier today, the Federal Housing Finance Agency finalized four amendments to its Minority and Women Inclusion rules. What exactly does this final rule require?
Read More »Underwater Borrowers Gain More Options
The state of Nevada is bringing back a much-needed option for distressed mortgage borrowers. But will it stick around for good this time?
Read More »Staying Afloat
Overall, the number of underwater borrowers is down in the U.S., but a report released today reveals something interesting: those remaining underwater mortgages are largely concentrated in certain price tiers and geographic areas. What three cities claim the most?
Read More »Risky Business: What’s Putting Banks in Peril?
Though their overall performance is improving, federal banks are increasingly concerned about four big areas of risk. A report released by the OCC today sheds light on those issues—and more.
Read More »The TRID Picture Becomes Clearer
It seems the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau may have finally offered clarity on its 2015 TILA-RESPA Integrated Disclosure Rule—or TRID—today, with the release of “finalized updates” this morning. But is this really the end for the Know Before You Owe confusion? Considering there’s yet another proposal in the works, likely not.
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