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Detroit Land Bank Authority Gets New Leader
The Detroit Free Press published an article discussing the appointment of Carrie Lewand-Monroe as executive director of the Detroit Land Bank Authority.
17 Dec 2015
Land Bank Developing Tool to Track Problem Properties
The Mansfield News Journal released an article discussing a tool being developed by Richland County, Ohio Land Bank officials that aims to improve communications between county and city agencies.
17 Dec 2015
3-Year Foreclosure Ban for Sandy Victims Headed to Christie’s Desk
NJ.com released an article discussing NJ Senate Bill 2577, which has passed both houses of the state Legislature.
17 Dec 2015
Tax Relief Bill to Hit Presidents Desk
DS News published an article discussing the Mortgage Relief Assistance Act, which is included on the omnibus appropriations bill and is sponsored by U.S. Representative Tom Reed (R-NY).
17 Dec 2015
FHFA Releases 2016 Scorecard for Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac and Common Securitization Solutions
The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) issued a news release announcing the availability of the 2016 Scorecard.
17 Dec 2015
Fannie Mae Servicing Guide Announcement SVC-2015-15 Servicing Guide Updates
Fannie Mae released an announcement containing a number of policy changes related to the servicing defect remedies network, execution and retention of loan modification agreements and property inspections for Mortgage Release.
16 Dec 2015
FHFA: Foreclosure Prevention Actions Approaching 3.6 Million Through Third Quarter 2015
The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) issued a news release discussing details from its third quarter Foreclosure Prevention Report.
16 Dec 2015
FHLMC Guide Bulletin 2015-22: Servicing Updates
Freddie Mac issued a release announcing servicing requirement changes and expanded existing provisions in order to provide greater transparency and efficiencies.
16 Dec 2015
MHA HAMP Reporting Update November 2015 UP Survey Now Available
Making Home Affordable (MHA) issued a HAMP Reporting Update announcing the availability of the November 2015 UP Survey.
15 Dec 2015
Cheat Sheet: What to Expect from Regulators in 2016
National Mortgage News released an article discussing some of the biggest challenges that will face mortgage lenders and services in the coming year.
14 Dec 2015
Massillon Looks to Partner With Land Bank on Blighted Homes
IndeOnline.com published an article discussing the consideration of Massillon, Ohio to enter a partnership with the Stark County Land Reutilization Corporation.
14 Dec 2015
Forces Join to Protect Borrowers from Foreclosure Relief Scams
DS News published an article discussing a joint initiative between the Office of New York State Attorney General Eric Schneiderman and several media outlets to crack down on unlawful advertising of foreclosure rescue scams.
12 Dec 2015
Senate Votes to Extend Foreclosure Safeguard for Servicemembers
DS News published an article discussing passed legislation which will extend a provision of the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA).
11 Dec 2015
Fannie Mae Announces Eviction Moratorium for the Holidays
Fannie Mae issued a news release announcing a suspension of evictions for foreclosed single-family and 2-4 unit properties from December 18, 2015 through January 3, 2016.
10 Dec 2015
Freddie Mac Announces Holiday Eviction Moratorium Between December 18, 2015 to January 3, 2016
Freddie Mac issued a press release announcing a nationwide suspension of eviction lock-outs for all foreclosed occupied single family homes and 2-4 unit properties that had Freddie Mac owned-or guaranteed mortgages.
10 Dec 2015
Philadelphia Land Bank Now Open for Business
The Philadelphia Inquirer published an article discussing the inaugural actions of the recently created Philadelphia Land Bank.
9 Dec 2015