The FHFA announces the issuance of proposed amendments to its Minority and Women Inclusion regulations. What other actions are industry leaders pursuing to further diversity and inclusion?
Read More »And the Clock Starts Now: CFPB Servicing Rules Published
Servicers, listen up: All provisions of the CFPB’s mortgage servicing final rule and interpretive rule will be published in the Federal Register on October 19th, most becoming effective 12 months after the date of publication.
Read More »Reversing the Trend: Downfall Seen in Defaults
Recent data shows drops in numerous default rates, a reverse of the trend seen last month. What factors support this decline?
Read More »MCS Announces Acquisition of Lenders Title Solutions
Mortgage Contracting Services, LLC (MCS) has announced the acquisition of Lenders Title Solutions, a national title insurance and settlement services provider based in Clearwater, Florida.
Read More »To Buy Or Not to Buy, That is the Question
Potential homeowners are faced with the choice "buy or rent?" as fewer starter homes are available for purchase due to a shift from owner-occupied to rentals.
Read More »Could an Overhaul of Student Loan Programs Help Homeownership?
The CFPB recently announced a large overhaul to student loan debt programs. How could these changes get borrowers current on payments and assist in the success of other investments such as homeownership?
Read More »Market Insight: The New Face of Today’s Renter
What characteristics make up today's renter in the U.S. housing market, and how can those in the SFR sector of the market better understand their consumers?
Read More »Goldman Sachs, Comerica Q3 Earnings Hold Mixed Results
The past three quarters of 2016 have shown the ups and downs for Goldman Sachs for earnings and overall business operations, while Comerica's earnings report show mostly positive results.
Read More »Foreclosure Rate Higher for Men vs Women
A new report from ATTOM Data Solutions shows that though men may make more money than women, women do a better job of avoiding foreclosure.
Read More »Maryland Appeals Case Upholds FDCPA
A recent case in the 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that law firms retained to pursue foreclosure against homeowners are “debt collectors” under the federal Fair Debt Collection Practices Act. What does this decision mean for foreclosures proceedings in Maryland?
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