Success for Servicers: Federal Summary Judgment Standard in Florida
Attorney R. Keith Ustler explains how a new Florida summary judgment standard makes a summary judgment motion an essential step in any litigation. Source: DS News
Rising Foreclosure Starts: Navigating The Challenges And Leveraging Innovative Solutions
While the need for more staff increases during a rise in foreclosure starts, during quieter times, it becomes economically unviable to maintain a large staff. Travis Britsch discusses how unpredictable [...]
Recognizing the Industry’s Trailblazing Women Leaders
As the Five Star Institute celebrates its 20th annual Conference & Expo in Dallas next week, among those honored will be a group of female leaders who have worked to [...]
July Home Prices Growth Jump Over 2%
U.S. home price gains moved up to 2.5% year over year in July, marking the 138th consecutive month of annual growth while 11 states saw home price declines over the [...]
Recognizing the Future Leadership of the Industry
Meet the finalists for the upcoming Rising Star Executive Award, as the Five Star Institute honors young women leaders who have demonstrated an outstanding capability to lead and drive progress. [...]
Capitol Hill Shines the Spotlight on Property Insurance
The Senate Banking Committee recently hosted a hearing discussing competition in the property insurance marketplace and the role climate change is playing on policy holders’ premiums. Source: DS News
FHFA Seeks Public Comment on Updated Credit Score Requirements
FHFA is soliciting comments from market participants and stakeholders on the transition to updated credit scoring models and credit reporting requirements for loans acquired by the GSEs. Source: DS News
HUD Awards Nearly $160M to Combat Housing-Related Hazards
HUD takes additional action to evaluate and reduce residential health hazards in public housing by eliminating lead-based paints, mold, and asbestos, among other threats. Source: DS News
Digitalization Can Help, But Also Hurt, Affordability Concerns
A new blog post by David Luberoff, the Deputy Director of the Joint Center for Housing Studies at Harvard University, dives into the concept of digitalization and how it has [...]