Bloomberg, July 6, 2021–Peter CoyIt’s not just condominium buildings that are showing their age, as was the case in the deadly collapse of a condo in Surfside, Fla. The condominium …
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Opinion: How a Lack of CRE Standardization is Threatening Bank Valuations
National Mortgage News, July 5, 2021–David Brooks (subscription)Standardization in the residential mortgage market has become highly efficient and a growing source of supply for asset growth that investors are seeking, …
Outstanding Commercial/Multifamily Mortgage Debt Rose by $44.6 Billion in Q1
MSN, July 2, 2021–Liz Bruner-SmithA recent report issued by the Mortgage Bankers Association found a $44.6 billion increase in commercial/multifamily debt in the first quarter, a strong sign that multifamily …
What is FHFA’s Next Move?
American Banker, July 1, 2021–Hannah Lang (subscription)Consumer advocates and mortgage industry officials are urging Sandra Thompson, the new acting director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency, to undo many policies …
FHFA Follows CFPB To Protect Borrowers Once COVID-19 Foreclosure And Eviction Moratoriums End
National Mortgage Professional, June 30, 2021–Navi PersaudThe Federal Housing Finance Agency made it clear that Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac servicers are not permitted to make first notice or filing …