Freddie Mac issued Bulletin 2021-25 (Bulletin) announcing revisions to the Single-Family Seller/Servicer Guide. Per the Bulletin, Freddie Mac: Announced affordable housing and lending guide updates

FHA issued FHA Info #21-49 announcing enhanced capabilities in the FHA Catalyst: Claims Binder Module. Per the update, lenders and servicers may now use the

The CFPB issued the 2021 Mortgage Servicing COVID-19 final rule amending early intervention and loss mitigation requirements under the Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act. The

Connecticut passed a bill extending the sunset date of the Foreclosure Mediation Program (Program) for an additional 6 years. Under the bill, the Program end

Freddie Mac issued Bulletin 2021-24 (Bulletin) announcing the expiration of the COVID-19 foreclosure moratorium and other servicing updates. Per the Bulletin, the foreclosure moratorium announced

FHA issued Mortgagee Letter 2021-17, revising property and appraisal quality control review requirements. Per the Mortgagee Letter, FHA revised requirements with respect to appraisal field

Fannie Mae issued an update to Lender Letter LL-2021-07 to adjust the Fannie Mae Flex Modification eligibility criteria for COVID-19 impacted borrowers. Per the updated

VA issued Circular 26-21-10 to extend the foreclosure and eviction moratorium in connection with COVID-19. Per the Circular, VA extended the foreclosure and eviction moratorium

VA issued Circular 26-20-10, Change 2, announcing temporary measures related to borrower qualification for a VA-guaranteed home loan when the borrower’s income and the lender’s

Ohio passed a bill amending the Residential Mortgage Lending Act (RMLA). Under the bill, provisions related to the temporary mortgage loan originator license are repealed.