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Category: News and Trends
Audra Agen of Accenture: Saluting Women in the Mortgage Industry
As Women’s History Month ends, I find myself reflective of my 25+ year career in this industry and the women that have played a part in shaping my experience. I would be remiss if I did not acknowledge their impact on my career; they have mentored, trained, and at times, pushed me beyond what I thought my limits were.
MISMO Seeks Comment on Servicing Transfer Catalog
MISMO®, the real estate finance industry standards organization, seeks public comment on its new MISMO Servicing Transfer Catalog.
Quote: Mar. 31, 2023
“Commercial real estate markets are already facing headwinds from financial market volatility, economic uncertainty, and higher interest rates. Preparing for new compliance obligations only adds to these challenges and will likely raise costs for borrowers.”
–MBA President & CEO Robert Broeksmit, CMB.
National Council of State Housing Finance Agencies Announces Affordable Homeownership Lender Toolkit
The National Council of State Housing Finance Agencies, with support from the Mortgage Bankers Association and other industry trade groups, announced availability of the HFA1 Affordable Homeownership Lender Toolkit, a new online resource that will enable home mortgage lenders to partner more efficiently with state housing finance agencies in providing mortgage loans and down payment assistance to lower-income home buyers.
MBA, Coalition Support Bill Repealing Estate Tax
The Mortgage Bankers Association joined more than 100 industry groups in a letter to Sen. John Thune, R-S.D., expressing support for his re-introducing a bill that would repeal the estate tax.
Industry Briefs Mar. 31, 2023: Total Expert Updates on Salesforce AppExchange
Total Expert updated its products on Salesforce AppExchange, providing customers new ways to enhance the ROI of their Salesforce integrations.
MBA Education Path to Diversity Scholar Profile: Kim King, AMP
Kim King, AMP, is Director of Mortgage Operations for Bryant Bank, Tuscaloosa, Ala.
Call for Speakers: MBA Annual Convention & Expo; Deadline June 2
Speaker proposals for breakout sessions are now being accepted for the MBA Annual Convention & Expo 2023, taking place October 15-18 at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia. This is the industry’s largest convention and expo focused on residential real estate finance.
MISMO Seeks Comment on Servicing Transfer Catalog
MISMO®, the real estate finance industry standards organization, seeks public comment on its new MISMO Servicing Transfer Catalog.