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December 11, 2014

CFPB Proposes Expanded Foreclosure Protections

Proposal Would Provide Surviving Family Members and Other Homeowners with Same Protections as Original Borrower WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) proposed additional measures to ensure that homeowners and struggling borrowers are treated fairly by mortgage servicers. The proposal would require servicers to provide certain borrowers…
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November 4, 2014

CFPB Proposes Updates to TILA-RESPA Rules

The CFPB is proposing changes to the TILA-RESPA Integrated Disclosure Rule issued last year. Commonly referred to as the “Know Before You Owe Rule,” it clarified the disclosure process so that borrowers could have a much clearer understanding of all fees and related expenses involved in a loan.   This…
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October 5, 2014

CFPB Continues Crackdown On Big Banks

Flagstar Bank of Maryland has been hit with a massive fine ($10M) and will be forced to pay $27.5M in restitution to almost 7000 of its borrowers, after being cited by the CFPB for a string of poor business practices that led to an estimated 2000 unnecessary foreclosures. According to…
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October 3, 2014

$200,000 Fine Levied on Title Company

Lighthouse Title has agreed to pay $200,000 for RESPA violations, after a CFPB review. Lighthouse violated conditions of the RESPA laws by making agreements with real estate brokers to provide marketing services in exchange for referrals. RESPA, which has been enforced by the CFPB since it took over from HUD…
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September 10, 2014

CFPB Launching Pilot Program for Electronic Mortgage Closings

In an effort to improve the consumer mortgage experience, the CFPB has announced a pilot program to test the feasibility of electronic closing procedures which could save both time and money. They’ve put together a group of lenders and tech experts to brainstorm and test ideas for new software options.…
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August 15, 2014

Help Spread the Word About Foreclosure Relief Scams

The CFPB is going after companies and individuals who are seeking to take advantage of distressed homeowners. Specifically, they’re targeting those who coerce or trick owners into paying up-front fees in exchange for promises of future debt relief in the form of loan modifications. These predatory practices are nothing new.…
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August 12, 2014

CFPB Shuts Down a Finance Monster

Colfax Capital Corporation, formerly known as Rome Finance, has long been one of the most egregious violators of ethical and legal standards in the financial services sector. A recent ruling by the CFPB and several State’s Attorneys General have officially put an end to that. In 2010, they were sued…
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August 7, 2014

CFPB Has the Answers Consumers Need

As part of its mandate under the Dodd-Frank bill, the CFPB is tasked with increasing financial literacy among the nation’s citizens. Along with writing and enforcing legislation geared toward creating a fair and open financial marketplace, the CFPB wants consumers to better understand the financial tools and services available to…
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August 6, 2014

Watch Out Agents, California is Sweating the Small Stuff

The State of California Bureau of Real Estate recently announced that it has updated its policies surrounding compliance laws. Specifically, it has instituted a “cite and fine” policy for minor infractions, with fines up to $2500.   According to their report, “A citation or other formal action will be considered…
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August 5, 2014

CFPB Celebrates Third Birthday

The Consumer Finance Protection Bureau, formed in the wake of the financial meltdown of 2008, officially turned three years old this month. Since its creation, the CFPB has grown into an effective force for change and regulation in the financial services industry. They’ve already handled over “400,000 complaints in multiple…
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