In the report published last month, the CFPB highlighted LO comp issues at lenders that brokered products they did not offer in-house.

Researchers found that the difference between the interest rates charged to Black borrowers and white borrowers narrowed significantly following BLM protests.

In their commentary, NAR and UI focused much of their attention on the stiff capital requirements...

The CFPB reached settlements with Freedom Mortgage Corporation and Realty Connect, a real estate brokerage. The firms will pay a total of around $2 million for various allegations around illegal referrals.

According to the Supreme Court, damages for violations of the Fair Housing Act can't extend beyond the first step of the improper activity.

The Departments of Agriculture and Housing and Urban Development recently issued a proposal for new energy standards for new construction.

There's disagreement between mortgage lenders and PACE lenders on the need for ATR standards.

The CFPB plans to issue a proposed rule expanding requirements for data brokers in 2024.

The DOJ alleged that UBS misled investors in 40 non-agency MBS, violating the Financial Institutions Reform, Recovery and Enforcement Act.

"None of the 25 banks (that I know of) are remotely close to this cap," said one servicing advisor...