FHA, VA and USDA easing access to mortgage credit for borrowers with medical debt; Ginnie Mae appoints two new executives; FHA to hold vacant property sale exclusively for nonprofits and local and state government agencies.

FHA will ensure appraisers have clear guidance on their antidiscrimination obligations under current laws, improve the processes for homeowners to seek revaluation and expand data sharing among agencies, among other plans.

The Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2022 includes $53.7 billion for the Department of Housing and Urban Development.

Homeowners should be wary of “too good to be true” schemes involving loan modifications and foreclosure rescues, the HUD’s internal watchdog warned.

FHA enhances e-submission of flood insurance data; USDA seeking deferral-assistance applications; HUD introduces new HECM client budget tool; NRMLA to host webinar on best practices; MISMO seeks comments on new MI activation API; FHA introduces Spanish language training.

FHA has introduced a new self-service portal, dubbed the SMART Integrated Portal, to make it easier for borrowers to get payoff information on their loans.

VA extends forbearance; FHA-insured loan for affordable multifamily housing closes; Ginnie Mae to host listening session; Farmer Mac posts strong results.

The HUD watchdog plans to concentrate its oversight on high-risk and mission-critical areas, as well as emergency issues.

Ginnie Mae’s cash holdings increased in fiscal year 2021, marking the sixth consecutive year of growth. The agency, which is largely operated by contractors, said it has adequate capital to withstand a downturn in the housing market.

In its fiscal 2021 annual report, Ginnie Mae updated investors on moving its staff to work from home during the pandemic and how it can mitigate future risks through its environmental, social and governance efforts.