A Look at CFPB’s Seasoning QM Rule & Loan Performance
Researchers analyze historical loan performance to learn more about the CFPB action that would provide a three-year pathway to "safe harbor" for some loans. The post A Look at CFPB’s [...]
Forbearance Activity Sustains Momentum
Approximately half of homeowners in forbearance made their monthly mortgage payments during the dawn of the pandemic, but in recent weeks, that has sagged. Here is more from this week's [...]
Housing Supply Hits Record Low in Rural Areas
The housing market has been feeling the effects of an inventory shortage for the last year, but now it’s hitting a record low, according to Redfin. The four weeks ending [...]
Navigating Foreclosures in the Face of a Pandemic
According to one legal expert, servicer response to New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy's Executive Order 106, though well-meaning, could potentially create more problems than it resolves. The post Navigating Foreclosures in [...]
The Week Ahead: Eviction Moratoria Explained
Experts will guide attendees to this complimentary webinar through changes in eviction laws, the CDC order regarding evictions, and challenges in key states. Here is what else is happening in [...]
Marcia Fudge Vows to Serve Most Vulnerable Americans
Marcia Fudge appeared Thursday before the Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs as a Biden-Harris administration nominee to serve as Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The [...]
Honoring the Top Women of Law
Continuing our look at 2021's Top 25 Women of Law, today's installment brings you profiles of outstanding women professionals from several firms and the Chief Legal Officer of First Guaranty [...]
Industry Lessons Learned From 2020’s Catastrophic Events
The failure to take climate change seriously is akin to playing Russia roulette with the housing economy, according to experts. Consequently, it’s incumbent upon the insurance and mortgage industries to [...]
Most Valuable Company Profile: BRON, Inc.
In the first installment of DS News' new recurring feature, get to know BRON, Inc. with insights from CEO Kevin Hamilton. The post Most Valuable Company Profile: BRON, Inc. appeared [...]