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Project B.A.N.E. to Demolish Nuisance Properties Across Huntington
WCHS ABC 8 released a report outlining a Huntington, W.Va., initiative that aims to demolish 100 homes this year.
15 Feb 2019
HUD: FHA INFO #19-02: Policy Guidance on Use of Third-Party Verification Services
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) issued single family housing and news updates in FHA INFO #19-02.
15 Feb 2019
Hamilton Hill Demolitions to Resume
The Daily Gazette published an article discussing a Schenectady, N.Y., neighborhood redevelopment project. The multi-phase, $62 million endeavor has demolished blighted properties and provided new area housing.
14 Feb 2019
FHFA: Refinance Report — Fourth Quarter 2018
The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) issued its fourth quarter 2018 Refinance Report.
14 Feb 2019
VA: Circular 26-19-05: VA-Guaranteed Cash-Out Refinancing Home Loans (AQ42)
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) issued a release clarifying new VA policies regarding guaranteed cash-out refinancing loans, including refinancing of construction loans (construction-to-perm).
14 Feb 2019
Ogdensburg Land Bank Up and Running
The Journal released an article outlining the first action of the Ogdensburg (N.Y.) Land Bank Corporation.
14 Feb 2019
Fannie Mae: SVC-2019-01: Servicing Guide Updates
Fannie Mae issued a release providing changes related to foreclosure time frames and compensatory fee requirements previously communicated in Announcement SVC 2018-10.
13 Feb 2019
Fannie Mae: LoanSphere Invoicing Changes and Expense Reimbursement Dashboard
Fannie Mae announced upcoming LoanSphere Invoicing changes and access to the Expense Reimbursement Dashboard.
13 Feb 2019
Urban Institute: Responding to a Crisis: The National Foreclosure Mitigation Counseling Program
The Urban Institute issued a research report outlining the impact of the National Foreclosure Mitigation Counseling (NFMC) program.
13 Feb 2019
Weather Service Confirms Tornado Hit Oakland City
WBIW.com posted a report (originally released by The Associated Press) outlining tornadic activity in Indiana.
12 Feb 2019
City Seeks Public’s Help in Identifying Zombie Properties
WRFA published an article discussing a plan by City of Jamestown, N.Y., to apply for a state grant provided by the Zombie and Vacant Properties Remediation and Prevention Initiative.
12 Feb 2019
HUD: Disaster Assistance for Alaska Earthquake Victims
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) issued a press release announcing the awarding of federal assistance to the State of Alaska as a result of recent earthquake activity.
11 Feb 2019
Fannie Mae: Modification Interest Rate Adjustment Update
Fannie Mae issued an exhibit providing the current Modification Interest Rate used to evaluate borrowers for conventional mortgage loan modifications.
7 Feb 2019
FHFA: Foreclosure Prevention Report – November 2018
The Federal Housing Finance Agency issued its November 2018 Foreclosure Prevention Report.
7 Feb 2019
Fannie Mae: Top FAQs for Borrower-Initiated MI Termination Using SMDU
Fannie Mae issued updated frequently asked questions (FAQs) associated with borrower-initiated mortgage insurance (MI) termination policy.
6 Feb 2019
MHA: Supplemental Directive 19-01
Making Home Affordable (MHA) issued a release announcing the availability of Version 5.3 of the Handbook for Servicers of Non-GSE Mortgages.
5 Feb 2019