The CFPB reiterated that, as COVID-19-related forbearance protections expire, it will be keeping close watch on servicers’ actions.

CFPB Director Rohit Chopra raised concerns about how big technology companies operate their payments platforms. The regulator is also looking into risks posed by cryptocurrency.

New York to apply CRA standards to nonbanks; CFPB announces 2022 regulatory thresholds under TILA; CFPB issues advisory opinion on mistaken identity matching.

Among the major contributors to expanded-credit MBS, Sprout and HomeXpress Mortgage had the biggest jumps in securitized loans...

Lenders and brokers continue to maintain their payrolls, but staff reductions could be on the horizon...

First-time homebuyers seeking loans backed by FHA, VA or the Rural Housing Service are among those eligible for the DPA program under the Build Back Better Act.

FHA is seeking feedback on a proposed section on servicing reviews within its defect taxonomy guidelines.

Beginning Dec. 1, VA is increasing the appraisal fees of residential mortgages in its loan guarantee program in response to unprecedented demand for appraisal services.

The spending bill would direct $300 million for HUD information technology systems, including those that support FHA mortgage insurance programs and grant programs.

The mortgage industry is applauding the passage of a False Claims Act amendment that would address language in a previous version that could have led to unintended consequences for FHA and VA lenders.