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Lawmakers Differ Sharply on CFPB’s Debt Collection Rule

A recent House hearing highlighted differences on how the CFPB should strengthen fair debt collection practices. Read More

Connecticut Lender Questions Licensing Law Interpretation

A mortgage lender is taking on the state of Connecticut over its interpretation of licensing laws, which it claims put it out of business. Read More

New SCOTUS Petition on CFPB Constitutionality

All American Check Cashing’s petition before the SCOTUS presents a new question: what is the remedy if the bureau’s leadership structure is found to be unconstitutional? Read More

MLO Transitional Licensing Relief Nears

The CFPB recently published guidance to address the upcoming change in transitional licenses for mortgage loan originators who move between states or from banks to nonbanks. Read More

HMDA: Denial Rates Vary Among Racial Groups, Lenders

Denial rates on mortgage applications in 2018 show mixed trends among loan types, racial groups and lenders, according to an Inside the CFPB analysis.

CFPB Steers Middle Ground in Enforcement, New Suits

CFPB Director Kathy Kraninger has adopted a balanced approach in public enforcement actions in recent months, according to an analysis by one law firm. Read More

CFPB Names Illinois Regulator Enforcement Chief

Bryan Schneider, who previously led the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, has been named associate director of the supervision, enforcement and fair lending division at CFPB. Read More

Complaints About Credit Reports Surge

Consumer complaints filed with the CFPB so far this year have increased due to a surge in gripes about credit reports, according to an analysis by Inside the CFPB.

Inside the CFPB

October 7, 2019

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Lawmakers Differ Sharply on CFPB’s Debt Collection Rule

Connecticut Lender Questions Licensing Law Interpretation

New SCOTUS Petition on CFPB Constitutionality

MLO Transitional Licensing Relief Nears

HMDA: Denial Rates Vary Among Racial Groups, Lenders

CFPB Steers Middle Ground in Enforcement, New Suits

CFPB Names Illinois Regulator Enforcement Chief

Complaints About Credit Reports Surge

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As homeowner equity continues to build, more and more lenders are launching home equity lending products. Are you thinking of joining this market?