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VA: Circular 26-18-10: Special Relief Following Hawaii Volcanic Eruptions and Earthquakes
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) issued a circular expressing concern about VA home loan borrowers affected by volcanic eruptions and earthquakes in the State of Hawaii, and describes measures mortgagees may employ to provide relief.
16 May 2018
The Empty House Next Door
The Lincoln Institute of Land Policy and the Center for Community Progress published a report that lays the groundwork for exploring the issue of vacancy by defining what is meant by a “vacant” property, what constitutes a “healthy” vacancy rate, how vacant properties are measured, and why properties become vacant and abandoned.
15 May 2018
FHFA: Refinance Report – First Quarter 2018
The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) issued its first quarter 2018 Refinance Report.
15 May 2018
Cities Now Use Taxes to Fight Blight. Is It Working?
Governing Magazine published an article discussing the concept of utilizing property taxes to address blight.
14 May 2018
VA: Circular 26-18-8: Special Relief Following Hawaii Severe Storms, Flooding, Landslides and Mudslides
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) issued a circular expressing concern about VA home loan borrowers affected by severe storms, flooding, landslides and mudslides in the State of Hawaii and describes measures mortgagees may employ to provide relief.
14 May 2018
VA: Circular 26-18-9: Special Relief Following North Carolina Tornado and Severe Storms
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) issued a circular expressing concern about VA home loan borrowers affected by the tornado and severe storms in the State of North Carolina and describes measures mortgagees may employ to provide relief.
14 May 2018
When the Waters Recede: Helping Homeowners After Hurricane Harvey
DS News published an article discussing several ways the mortgage industry has responded to the needs of homeowners in the wake of Hurricane Harvey.
11 May 2018
FHFA: Foreclosure Prevention Report – February 2018
The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) issued its February 2018 Foreclosure Prevention Report.
10 May 2018
Fannie Mae: AMN/HSSN Updates This Weekend
Fannie Mae issued a release highlighting information relevant to servicers and sellers.
9 May 2018
FEMA Declared Disaster North Carolina
On May 8, 2018, FEMA issued a Presidential Major Disaster Declaration for areas in North Carolina affected by a tornado and severe storms on April 15, 2018.
8 May 2018