Washington Post, June 23, 2021–Jeff SteinFederal officials are expected to extend a national moratorium on evictions by 30 days, although no final decision has been made, according to two people …
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MBA Condo Lending Workshop: Focus on the Government Market July 22
This year, the Mortgage Banker Association hosts a revamped version of its annual Condominium Lending Workshop. A half-day online event taking place Thursday, July 22 from 1:00-5:00 p.m. ET, the …

MBA DEI Leadership Awards: Nomination Deadline Aug. 13
Inspire change; share success. The Mortgage Bankers Association recognizes residential and commercial/multifamily members who show leadership in the areas of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) internally through market outreach efforts with its annual DEI Leadership Awards.

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Through the MBA Member Advantage Program, you can save up to 29 percent on small package shipping with FedEx. For more information, click here.

Why a Multifamily Foreclosure Tsunami is Unlikely
National Mortgage News, June 21, 2021–Brad Finkelstein (subscription)Analysts expect only a small uptick in distressed mortgages, either through default or inability to refinance, which will create some opportunity for debt …

For Many Bank Employees, Remote Work is Here to Stay
American Banker, June 18, 2021–Laura Alix (subscription)More than 70% of U.S. bank workers expect their employers to allow some flexibility about where and when they do their jobs, according to …

Lumber Prices Nosedive from Record Highs
Mortgage Professional America, June 18, 2021–Candyd MendozaSherwood Lumber chief operating officer Kyle Little said lumber price levels were pushed to an“unsustainable price point and now we’re seeing a little bit …

Bank of America Says All Vaccinated Staff to Return to Office in September
Bloomberg, June 17, 2021–Jennifer SuraneJune 17, 2021, 8:52 AM EDT Updated on June 17, 2021, 12:52 PM EDTBank of America Corp. expects all of its vaccinated employees to return to …

FHFA Beats Drum for Conservatorship Exit
HousingWire, June 17, 2021–Georgia KromreiThe Federal Housing Finance Agency still wants to beef up its capital reserves and end conservatorship, but don’t count on that happening anytime soon.https://www.housingwire.com/articles/fhfa-beats-drum-for-conservatorship-exit/

Commercial and Multifamily Debt Grows Throughout 2021
National Mortgage Professional, June 16, 2021–Katie JensenMortgage debt for commercial and multifamily property rose by $44.6 billion (11%) in the first quarter of 2021, according to a Mortgage Bankers Association …