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FEMA Declared Disaster Texas
On June 29, 2016, FEMA issued an update to a Presidential Major Disaster Declaration for areas in Texas as a result of severe storms and flooding that took place April 17-30, 2016.
29 Jun 2016
Here?s One Way to Fight Zombie Properties
The New York Law Journal published an article authored by Bruce J. Berkman, a partner with Berkman, Henoch, Peterson & Fenchel. In it, Berkman discusses a recently passed law in Hempstead Town, NY (Ordinance No. 46-2016) that requires servicers to provide a financial security deposit to maintain vacant and abandoned properties that are in the process of foreclosure.
29 Jun 2016
FHLMC Guide Bulletin 2016-12: Selling and Servicing Updates
Freddie Mac issued a release announcing a variety of selling and servicing updates.
29 Jun 2016
VA Circular 26-16-17 Special Relief Following West Virginia Severe Storms, Flooding, Landslides and Mudslides
On June 28, the VA released Circular 26-16-17. The circular expresses concern about VA home loans borrowers affected by severe storms, flooding, landslides and mudslides in West Virginia.
28 Jun 2016
County OKs Plans to Alleviate Blight
LancasterOnline released an article highlighting the approval by Lancaster County, PA of the creation of a land bank authority to aid in the elimination of blight.
27 Jun 2016
Freddie Mac Extends Disaster Relief to Eligible Borrowers in West Virginia
Freddie Mac issued an update announcing the availability of its full menu of disaster relief policies to homeowners whose homes were damaged or destroyed by floods in West Virginia.
27 Jun 2016
MHA HAMP Reporting Update Independence Day Holiday Support and System Availability
Making Home Affordable (MHA) issued an update highlighting system availability during the observance of the Independence Day holiday.
27 Jun 2016
Freddie Mac: Technology System Hours for Independence Day
Freddie Mac issued an update highlighting the availability of customer service and systems during the observance of the Independence Day holiday.
25 Jun 2016
FHFA: Foreclosure Prevention Actions Approach 3.7 Million Through First Quarter 2016
The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) has released its Foreclosure Prevention Report for the first quarter of 2016.
23 Jun 2016
Fannie Mae Single Family Servicing News: Principal Reduction Servicer FAQs Updated and HFI InDepth Summer Specials
Fannie Mae issued a news release highlighting a number of updates relevant to servicers and sellers.
22 Jun 2016