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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
Federal Reserve: COVID-19 Joint Press Release
The Federal Reserve issued a joint press release with federal institution regulators encouraging financial institutions to meet needs of customers affected by coronavirus.
9 Mar 2020
OCC: Pandemic Planning: Updated FFIEC Guidance
The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), along with other members of the Federal Financial Institutions Examination Council (FFIEC), issued updated guidance to remind financial institutions that their business continuity plans should address the threat of a pandemic outbreak and its potential impact on the delivery of critical financial services.
6 Mar 2020
CFPB: Key Steps Taken to Prevent Consumer Harm; Whistleblower Award Program Proposed, Other Measures
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) announced three steps to advance its strategy on one of its key priorities: preventing consumer harm.
6 Mar 2020