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VA: VALERI Servicer Newsflash
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) issued a release containing several updates relevant to servicers. Included is Circular 26-20-05, which outlines measures mortgagees may employ to assist borrowers affected by recent tornado activity in Tennessee.
12 Mar 2020
FEMA Declared Disaster Wisconsin
FEMA issued a Presidential Major Disaster Declaration for areas in Wisconsin affected by a severe winter storm and flooding that took place January 10-12, 2020.
11 Mar 2020
MHA HAMP Update: Important Update to HAMP Reporting Tool Login Process
Making Home Affordable (MHA) announced the implementation of multi-factor authentication that will require users to complete a one-time successful answer of their stored “Challenge Question” before accessing the HAMP Reporting Tool. The requirement will become effective on March 29, 2020.
11 Mar 2020
FHFA: Evaluation Criteria Strengthened for Duty to Serve Program
The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) announced that it is strengthening the evaluation criteria of the Duty to Serve Underserved Markets program through the Evaluation Guidance for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.
11 Mar 2020
Damaging Earthquakes Hit Puerto Rico
FEMA issued an update to a Presidential Major Disaster Declaration for areas in Puerto Rico affected by earthquakes from December 28, 2019, to February 4, 2020.
10 Mar 2020
FHFA: Statement from Director Mark Calabria
The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) issued a statement from Director Mark Calabria reminding servicers that hardship forbearance is an option for borrowers who are unable to make their monthly mortgage payments due to impacts from the coronavirus.
10 Mar 2020
Freddie Mac: Important Seller/Servicer Information on Potential Impacts of COVID-19
Freddie Mac issued a release reminding sellers/servicers of certain requirements amid recent reports of the possible spread of Coronavirus COVID-19.
10 Mar 2020
San Jose Moves Forward with Moratorium on Evictions
The Mercury News published an article outlining a decision by San Jose, Calif., officials to begin a temporary moratorium on the evictions of tenants facing significant financial burdens due to the Coronavirus COVID-19 global pandemic.
10 Mar 2020
5.8 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Off Northern California Coast
NBC issued a report outlining earthquake activity that occurred off the coast of Northern California. At this time, there have not been reports of damage.
9 Mar 2020
HUD: FHA INFO #20-18: Loss Mitigation Home Retention Options for Assisting Borrowers
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) issued single family housing and news updates in FHA INFO #20-18.
9 Mar 2020