Archives For: MI
Land Bank Will No Longer Oversee Beleaguered Detroit Demo Program
The Detroit Free Press published an article discussing a decision that will see property demolitions in Detroit being fully administered by the City at the end of 2019.
7 Mar 2019
Fannie Mae: Top FAQs for Borrower-Initiated MI Termination Using SMDU
Fannie Mae issued updated frequently asked questions (FAQs) associated with borrower-initiated mortgage insurance (MI) termination policy.
6 Feb 2019
FEMA Declared Disaster Michigan
FEMA issued a Presidential Major Disaster Declaration for areas in Michigan affected by severe storms, flooding, landslides and mudslides from June 16-18, 2018.
3 Aug 2018
Lawsuit Against City Officials Allege Vacant Property Registry Violates Fourth Amendment
MLive.com published an article outlining a recently filed federal class-action lawsuit against two Saginaw, Mich., city officials, alleging that language included on the city’s vacant property registration application violates amendment rights of property owners.
19 Mar 2018
Rental Companies Sue Over Detroit Inspection Ordinance
The Detroit News published an article outlining a federal lawsuit recently filed against the City of Detroit by two rental property companies.
15 Jan 2018
Program Offers No-Interest Loans to Residents Facing Foreclosure
National Mortgage News posted an article (originally published by the Niles Daily Star) discussing Michigan’s Step Forward Program.
22 Dec 2017
FEMA Declared Disaster Michigan
On August 2, 2017, FEMA issued a Presidential Major Disaster Declaration for areas in Michigan as a result of severe storms and flooding that took place June 22-27, 2017.
2 Aug 2017
Manistee County Officials Seek to Learn About Land Banks
The Ludington Daily News published an article discussing the interest of Manistee County, Mich. in establishing a land bank.
6 Jun 2017
Flint’s Problems Didn’t Start with Water
The Detroit Free Press released an article discussing the issues faced by Flint, Michigan before and after the recent water crisis.
13 Feb 2016
Freddie Mac Support for Homeowners in Flint, Michigan
Freddie Mac issued a release reminding servicers and sellers of all the mortgage options that are available to homeowners in Flint, Michigan.
11 Feb 2016