The Bureau stated that it has been “prioritizing activities” aimed at protecting the stability of the financial sector.
Read More »Despite Pandemic and Recession, Housing is Surging
A new report said that while the U.S. economy is facing numerous tailwinds, home prices are rising and the number of mortgages in forbearance recorded its largest drop since the outbreak.
Read More »Solving Houston’s Flooding Problem for Homeowners
A new paper discusses ways the U.S.’s most-flooded city can assist borrowers who at risk from damages.
Read More »‘Storm Clouds’ Gathering Over the Housing Market
A new study reveals the counties that are at most risk for foreclosure due to the impact of COVID-19.
Read More »The Week Ahead: Financial Service’s Hearing on CARES Act
Next week, the House Committee on Financial Services will discuss how mortgage servicers have implemented the CARES Act. Also coming are reports by the U.S. Census Bureau and the NAHB.
Read More »DS5: COVID-19’s Impact on Migration Patterns
Ed Pinto, Director, Senior Fellow, the AEI Housing Center, discussed how the pandemic is impacting how and where homeowners move.
Read More »Benefits of Updates to CWCOT Program
Auction.com provided information on how the new regulations will benefit property preservation companies and help grow CWCOT to more than 90%.
Read More »Non-compliant Properties Claim $1.4 Billion in Flood Damages
Despite a requirement for homes in certain flood-prone areas, FEMA receives tens of millions in claims annually.
Read More »Forbearance Plans See Largest Drop Since Start of Pandemic
One economist called the dip “an encourage sign of continued improvement,” driven mostly by many plans expiring at the end of June.
Read More »FHA, FHFA Announce Extended Assistance for Homeowners
The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) announced that the GSEs—Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac—will extend several loan origination flexibilities until August 31. These flexibilities were set to expire on July 31, 2020. Extended flexibilities include: Alternative appraisals on purchase and ...
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