The CFPB plans to issue a proposed rule in early 2024 to revise standards for loss mitigation. Separately, rising costs for homeowners insurance are a concern.

The DOJ sees its latest redlining settlement as sending a strong message to banks. Washington Trust downplayed the matter, noting no civil monetary penalty was required.

The effort launched with a small business advisory review panel. A proposed rule is anticipated in 2024.

Annual inflation adjustments tied to TILA; CFPB reviews 2022 HMDA data; amicus brief in credit report dispute lawsuit; CFPB touts results from complaint database.

Half of the bonus payments will be withheld until Better achieves two consecutive quarters of “positive operating cash flow.”

The top three home equity lenders in 2Q23: Bank of America, Citizens Bank and PNC...

Margin calls on MBS investors using leverage?

Banks and thrifts increased their holdings of mortgages they intend to sell by nearly 10% during the second quarter. Both originations and loan sales increased during the quarter. (Includes two data charts.)

A provider of directors and officers insurance is on the book for an $18 million payout tied to Guaranteed Rate’s settlement with the DOJ over charges under the False Claims Act.

California had more than double the amount of originations by nonbanks in 2022 compared with any other state. The refi share of originations by nonbanks in California was also elevated. (Includes data chart.)