Archive for Homebuying

Housing costs are high and a lack of competition in pricing and high fees compound the affordability problem

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The CFPB filed an amicus brief to protect consumers’ right to challenge discrimination under the Equal Credit Opportunity Act

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Hemos introducido una Declaración de Interés junto al Departamento de Justicia para proteger a compradores y propietarios de viviendas de tasaciones discriminatorias

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This week, the CFPB filed a joint Statement of Interest with the Department of Justice to protect homebuyers and homeowners from discriminatory home appraisals

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With mortgage interest rates elevated to levels not seen in many years, homebuyers are more likely to be offered, or seek out, alternatives to fixed-rate mortgages to help lower their monthly mortgage payments

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Mortgage interest rates have been rising sharply in recent months, impacting mortgage borrowers and applicants

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Flooding, fire, drought, and other climate risks have always been a danger to property and safety

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The CFPB joins with other regulators in asking The Appraisal Foundation to clearly instruct appraisers about the federal law forbidding appraisal discrimination

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The CFPB hosted a roundtable to discuss biases that come from home valuations, and explored how to remedy the problem

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Your Loan Estimate and Closing Disclosure explain the specific costs and
terms of a mortgage loan that you have applied for – here’s what you should
know and how to read them

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