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Hearing Set on Vacant Property Maintenance
The Garden City Board of Trustees will discuss a proposed law aimed at requiring owners to maintain vacant and abandoned properties during a hearing on March 7th.
15 Feb 2024
City Council Approves Vacant-Building Ordinance: Owners of Empty Buildings Must Provide Plans or Face Fines
The Bakersfield City Council has approved a vacant nuisance registry ordinance that requires owners of unused, empty buildings to register with the city.
15 Feb 2024
FEMA Major Disaster Declaration – Washington Wildfires
FEMA has issued a Major Disaster Declaration for the state of Washington in areas affected by wildfires from August 18-25, 2023.
15 Feb 2024
FEMA Major Disaster Declaration – North Dakota Severe Winter Storm and Straight-line Winds
FEMA has issued a Major Disaster Declaration for the state of North Dakota in areas affected by a severe winter storm and straight-line winds from Dec. 25-27, 2023.
15 Feb 2024
U.S. Foreclosure Activity Sees Notable Increase in January 2024
ATTOM has released its January 2024 U.S. Foreclosure Market Report, showing foreclosure filings up 5% from a year ago.
13 Feb 2024
Fannie Mae Recognizes 32 High-Performing Mortgage Servicers
Fannie Mae announced its 2023 STAR Program results, recognizing 32 mortgage servicers for competency, capacity and overall performance.
12 Feb 2024
FEMA Major Disaster Declaration – Michigan Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding
FEMA has issued a Major Disaster Declaration for the state of Michigan in areas affected by severe storms, tornadoes and flooding from Aug. 24-26, 2023.
8 Feb 2024
Mortgage Delinquencies Increase in the Fourth Quarter of 2023
The Mortgage Bankers Association reports the mortgage delinquency rate increased to 3.88% of all loans in the fourth quarter of 2023.
8 Feb 2024
FHFA Unveils 2024 Scorecard for Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac
FHFA recently released its 2024 Scorecard, outlining strategic objectives for Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac and their joint venture, CSS.
6 Feb 2024
FEMA Major Disaster Declaration – Maine Severe Storms and Flooding
FEMA has issued a Major Disaster Declaration for the state of Maine in areas affected by a severe storm and flooding from Dec. 17-21, 2023.
30 Jan 2024