VA lenders can now upload the closing and loan application datasets for loans selected for VA full-file loan review.

Owners of nursing homes in FHA’s Section 232 program faced financial and operational challenges stemming from the pandemic.

FHA, VA and USDA easing access to mortgage credit for borrowers with medical debt; Ginnie Mae appoints two new executives; FHA to hold vacant property sale exclusively for nonprofits and local and state government agencies.

Seeking to further advance the Biden’s administration housing agenda, the White House’s proposed budget allocation includes $11.6 billion more for HUD in fiscal year 2023.

FHA will ensure appraisers have clear guidance on their antidiscrimination obligations under current laws, improve the processes for homeowners to seek revaluation and expand data sharing among agencies, among other plans.

HUD announced its goal to advance sustainable homeownership as part of its new fiscal 2022-2026 strategic action plan.

Issuance of Ginnie MBS with USDA home loans increased by 3.8% last year compared to 2020 figures, with $25.78 billion in volume. (Includes two data charts.)

The mortgage industry is once again clamoring for FHA to cut its mortgage insurance premiums or to at least offer clarity on its plans to address its overcapitalized Mutual Mortgage Insurance Fund.

HUD will accept public feedback on the proposal through May 31.

Borrowers with FHA loans don’t always have enough flood insurance, according to a recent report by HUD’s Office of Inspector General.