It's conference season for the mortgage industry, but of course we are still working through the end of COVID restrictions (hopefully), so many events are virtual (including ours, on June 17).
The MBA's Spring mega-conference is in full swing, and we've got tons of great coverage, just like we would if we were in person. Here's a recap of sessions so far, with much more to come:
And, I have to highlight the latest episode of our Housing News podcast featuring NAHB Chief Economist Robert Dietz. This is our fifth season and our 100th episode!! It's only fitting we had Dietz on, as housing inventory is a super-hot topic and homebuilders sit right in the middle of the supply/demand conversation. Listen in as we discuss lumber prices, alternative materials, the build-to-rent trend and more.
The FHFA announced that due to "low usage," it is no longer extending expirations on certain temporary loan origination flexibilities for Fannie and Freddie.
Servicers can make a difference to homeowners impacted by COVID-19. Fannie Mae's one-stop toolkit has all the information you need to answer homeowners' questions about forbearance and post-forbearance options. Visit the Toolkit.
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