Archives For: Investor and Regulatory Updates
Fannie Mae: New Field in LoanSphere Invoicing; plus AAA Matrix Updates
Fannie Mae issued a release highlighting information relevant to servicers and sellers.
29 Aug 2018
Fannie Mae: Mortgage Assistance Options for Areas Affected by Hurricane Lane
Fannie Mae issued a press release reminding those impacted by Hurricane Lane of the options available for mortgage assistance.
23 Aug 2018
Freddie Mac: As Hurricane Lane Approaches Hawaiian Islands, Freddie Mac Confirms Disaster Relief Policies
Freddie Mac issued a press release reminding servicers of its disaster relief policies for people whose homes or places of employment have been affected by Hurricane Lane.
23 Aug 2018
USDA: Proposed Rule – Streamlining the Loss Claims Process
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced that a proposed rule published in the Federal Register is seeking comments on proposed changes to streamline the loss claim process for lenders who have acquired title to property through voluntary liquidation or foreclosure; clarify that lenders must comply with applicable laws, including those within the purview of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau; and better align loss mitigation policies with those in the mortgage industry.
23 Aug 2018
FHFA: Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to Conclude Single-Family Rental Pilot Programs
The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) announced that Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac will conclude their single-family rental pilot programs and then terminate their participation in the single-family rental market except through their previously existing investor programs – Fannie Mae’s Multiple Financed Properties and Freddie Mac’s Investment Property Mortgages.
21 Aug 2018
HUD: FHA INFO #18-35: Extension of HECM Foreclosure Timelines for Properties Impacted by Hurricane Maria in Affected Areas in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) issued single-family housing news and updates in FHA INFO #18-35.
17 Aug 2018
FHFA: Refinance Report – Second Quarter 2018
The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) issued its second quarter 2018 Refinance Report.
16 Aug 2018
Freddie Mac: Reminder: Plan for MERS System Migration
Freddie Mac issued a release outlining an upcoming MERSCORP Holdings, Inc. system migration.
16 Aug 2018
HUD: FHA INFO #18-34: Revised Loss Mitigation Options and Final 30-day Disaster Foreclosure Moratorium Extension for Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) issued single-family housing news and updates in FHA INFO #18-34.
16 Aug 2018
Fannie Mae: SVC-2018-05: Servicing Guide Updates
Fannie Mae issued a release announcing several updates to its Property Preservation Matrix and Reference Guide. Included is clarification of policies for inspecting and preserving properties impacted by a disaster.
15 Aug 2018