Researchers say policy focused on increased access to ownership could foster financial stability and mobility for millions of Americans.
Read More »Industry Reacts to HUD Deputy Secretary Confirmation
Housing advocates express support for the U.S. Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs' unanimous confirmation of former NAHRO CEO Adrianne Todman.
Read More »Compensation for Fannie, Freddie Execs Under Consideration
As part of its duty to ensure that the GSEs operate in a safe and sound manner, FHFA is seeking input and will review leadership salaries for the first time since 2012.
Read More »Expert Commentary: Congress Must Tackle the Housing Shortfall
Some economic and housing experts laud what they call the "most significant housing policy effort in a generation," but suggest the nation's housing inventory shortages demand more Congressional focus.
Read More »Government Forum Unites Mortgage & Government Thought Leaders
Five Star’s 2021 Government Forum: A Virtual Event assembled leaders from the mortgage space and regulators for a day of topical discussions and sessions shedding insight into what lies ahead for mortgage professionals as they emerge from the pandemic.
Read More »Radian Names Former FHA Commissioner Montgomery to Its Board
Brian Montgomery named to the board of directors of MI provider after two tenures as HUD Deputy Secretary and head of the FHA.
Read More »The Week Ahead: Regulators and the Industry Unite to Face Challenges
This Wednesday, the 2021 Government Forum, a one-day virtual event from The Five Star Institute, will bring together representatives from government and the mortgage space for an open forum to tackle the industry’s most pressing issues.
Read More »Biden Marks June National Homeownership Month
The President dedicated the month to raising awareness of housing equality, as well as the elimination of barriers to affordable homeownership.
Read More »The White House Addresses Racial Disparity in Wealth
On the centennial of the Tulsa Race Massacre, the Biden-Harris administration announced plans to narrow the gap through action related to homeownership.
Read More »HUD Secretary Fudge to Lead Council on Homelessness
HUD head elected to council to prevent homelessness, as Biden factors HUD strongly into his Fiscal Year 2022 Budget to promote affordable housing for all.
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