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Comprehensive Listing of Transactional Documents for Mortgagors, Mortgagees and Contractors
HUD is asking for feedback on a new set of documents related to mortgages and contractors. They want to collect information and are giving the public 60 days to share their thoughts. This affects anyone involved in mortgages or contracting work. Agents should consider providing comments to help shap...
Request for Information Regarding Promoting Access to Mortgage Credit
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) is asking for input from the public on possible changes to regulations that could make it easier for people to get mortgage loans. They want to hear about any rules that might be making it harder for qualified borrowers to access mortgage credit. Speci...
Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request; Offering of U.S. Mortgage Guaranty Insurance Company Tax and Loss Bonds
The Department of the Treasury is asking for feedback on a request to collect information related to the U.S. Mortgage Guaranty Insurance Company Tax and Loss Bonds. This request will be submitted to the Office of Management and Budget for approval. Insurance agents and the public can share their th...
Annual Indexing of Basic Statutory Mortgage Limits for Multifamily Housing Programs
HUD has announced changes to the basic mortgage limits for multifamily housing programs for the year 2026. This adjustment is part of the requirements set by the National Housing Act. Insurance agents should be aware of these new limits as they may impact mortgage insurance policies and client advic...
John Hancock GA Mortgage Trust, et al.
John Hancock and its related funds have filed an application that may impact their investment strategies. This affects various entities under the John Hancock brand, including their life insurance companies and investment management divisions. Insurance agents should stay informed about these change...
30-Day Notice of Proposed Information Collection: Ginnie Mae Mortgage-Backed Securities Programs
The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is asking for feedback on a new information collection related to Ginnie Mae Mortgage-Backed Securities Programs. This is part of a process to get approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). Interested parties have 30 days to share t...