Government

Halfway into 2021, lenders face new regulations, a new administration, and other major changes.

In order to protect millions of at-risk homeowners from foreclosure actions, the CFPB has issued a new set of rules to ensure a smooth transition as they exit forbearance plans.

President Biden continues to strengthen housing's regulators, nominating Julia Gordon and Dave Uejio for HUD leadership roles.

Both borrowers and renters have been extended one additional month of protection from foreclosures and evictions, as federal agencies move moratoria expirations to July 31.

The White House has appointed Sandra L. Thompson, a veteran housing and banking regulator, as Acting Director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency following the dismissal of Mark Calabria.

Fannie Mae’s Chief Economist Doug Duncan predicts that the market's supply and demand problem "will soon reveal itself within inflation measures."

Rep. Maxine Waters issues letter requesting extended foreclosure protections as moratoria are set to expire.

U.S. Deputy Secretary of the Treasury Wally Adeyemo discusses the administration's plans for housing during a time when affordability and accessibility have become significant problems.

The latest research shows it will "require a major national commitment to build more housing of all types."

Adrianne Todman is sworn in to assist in leading the Department’s continued fight for affordable housing nationwide.