The CFPB updates its examination manual for reverse-mortgage servicing; states extend work-from-home guidance for mortgage loan officers; the bureau settles with short-term lenders and more.

A new COVID-19 payment deferral option provided by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac that doesn’t require borrowers to submit a complete response package may lead to violations under the CFPB’s loss-mitigation rules, attorneys cautioned.

The CFPB recently issued guidance to provide flexibility to credit card issuers in resolving billing disputes with small businesses impacted by the coronavirus pandemic.

Mortgage servicers can use the template to apply for a no-action letter to cover their use of Brace Software for online loss-mitigation applications.

The CFPB and the Conference of State Bank Supervisors jointly issued a consumer relief guide detailing borrowers’ rights under the CARES Act.

The CFPB reminded lenders to ensure compliance with fair lending obligations when handling applications under the Paycheck Protection Program.

The CFPB issued guidelines for mortgage servicers to identify issues that may arise from servicing transfers.

The CFPB and Federal Housing Finance Agency have agreed to share mortgage servicing data to protect consumers during the pandemic.

Attorneys have cautioned mortgage servicers about the potential fair lending risks that may arise from their handling of forbearance and loan-modification requests due to the pandemic.