GSEs Delay Bi-Merge and Shift From FICO Classic January 17, 2025 Dennis Hollier The GSEs’ credit score playbook now lists the implementation dates of the bi-merge and the shift away from Classic FICO as TBD.Read More
Industry Skeptical of Biden Admin’s PSPA Amendments January 9, 2025 Dennis Hollier Lenders doubt the changes agreed to by FHFA and Treasury will hasten the end of the conservatorships; they may even delay it.Read More
MBA Proposes Ginnie EBO Securitization Program December 20, 2024 Monica Hogan The Mortgage Bankers Association called on Ginnie Mae to create a new securitization program for early-buyout loans.Read More
MBA Urges Balance on FHA Rental Income Proposal December 20, 2024 Monica Hogan The trade group wants clarification on FHA’s plan to allow rental income from boarders in a primary residence to inform underwriting.Read More
Around the Industry December 20, 2024 Monica Hogan Industry braces for shutdown; CHLA wants FHA, Ginnie budgets increased.Read More
FHFA's Housing Goals for GSEs More Lenient December 20, 2024 Dennis Hollier Lenders supported the regulator’s decision to lower some of the goals from the 2022-2024 rule.Read More
French Hill Selected to Chair House Financial Services Committee December 19, 2024 Monica Hogan The Arkansas Republican is a former banker who served as deputy assistant secretary of the Treasury in the George H.W. Bush administration.Read More
Debate Continues Over GSE Reform December 13, 2024 Dennis Hollier Some industry groups are calling for a legislative solution to ending the conservatorships; others say FHFA and Treasury can do it themselves.Read More
Mortgage Industry Supports Trump’s Pick to Lead HUD December 6, 2024 Monica Hogan Industry stakeholders have largely applauded the nomination of Scott Turner as secretary of the Department of Housing and Urban Development, citing his experience and leadership.Read More
House Passes Bill That Would Extend VA Loan Fee Increases December 6, 2024 Monica Hogan The Community Home Lenders of America warned that Congress shouldn’t use federal housing programs to pay for legislation.Read More