On Wednesday, April 14, the White House and the HUD Secretary Shaun Donovan both took steps in support of reforms for the housing market (including Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac). Here is a quick summary: White House Asks Public Input on 7 Questions: The Obama Administration issued a press release asking for public comment on seven questions,… Continue Reading
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Capital Markets Scorecard: Committee & Council Meetings at MBA-CREF Convention – Spring Is In The Air!!
Posted in Good Times for Lenders, Market Trends, Tough Times for LendersUnlike the CMSA January Conference (where the primary focus is on addressing substantive issues) [link], the MBA-CREF convention has a primary focus on relationships: mortgage bankers meet with lenders; and lenders meet with mortgage bankers. However, the MBA does offer some very interesting Committee and Council meetings, where substantive issues are discussed. But make no mistake… Continue Reading