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November 11, 2022

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Few Positives as Decline in Ginnie Issuance Steepens

The falloff in refinance issuance is easing, but perhaps only because it's nearing rock bottom. (Includes two data charts.) Read More

Private MI Industry Anticipates FHA Premium Cut

Private mortgage insurers expect a boost in business from pricing changes in the conventional market. But an FHA mortgage insurance premium cut, expected sometime in the next several months, could swing business back to the government-insured market. Read More

VA Proposes Revisions to Streamline Refi Program

Comments on proposed changes to Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans are due Jan. 3. Read More

MBA, CHLA Urge Reform of Manufactured Housing Regulation

Among the areas that need reform, according to two trade groups: There is no secondary market for the loans. Ginnie Mae could remedy that problem by revising its Title I issuer requirements. Read More

Divided Congress Will Slow Legislative Process

There’s work to be done in the remaining months of the current Congress, including funding the government. If that isn’t done by Dec. 16, the government could shut down, and that has spelled trouble for FHA and USDA originations in the past. Read More

HUD Hosts 'House Party' for Young Would-Be Homebuyers

The event was intended to dispel myths, provide information and encourage first-time home ownership among millennials, Gen Z and minorities. Read More

Industry Group Asks Congress to Let Temporary VA Fees Expire

The fees, already in place for more than the two years originally mandated, cost veterans $200 million annually, the Community Home Lenders of America says. Read More

Around the Industry

RHS extends Section 502 subsidy pilot program; Rural Development seeks applications for 2023 community development program; FHA promotes 203(k) rehab loans; Nutter shutters; MBA names affordable homeownership advisory council members; Chase launches VA purchase closing cost benefit. Read More

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