Month: April 2015
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Quicken Loans Suing the DOJ and HUD
Quicken Loans—the largest Federal Housing Administration (FHA) mortgage lender in the U.S.—sued the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) and Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) on Friday. Quicken Loans claims this was its only choice after the DOJ told the company it must publicly admit to information that was false, as well as…
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Decrease in Foreclosure Activity in the U.S.
Foreclosure activity seems to be dwindling down. Analytics are showing that they are at the lowest they’ve been in quite some time. While not all spots in the U.S. are seeing the decrease, the overall consensus is that the economy is doing better and those employed in the housing economy can benefit.
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Upgrade your Home with these Unique Flowers
Celebrate spring and spruce up your home with a variety of flowers that are not only effortless to maintain but beautiful. Bright colors and interesting shapes will transform your front yard and backyard into a wonderland that costs very little when compared to other landscaping projects that may require professional help.
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Deadline Approaches for CFPB Director’s Response to TRID Delay Request
The deadline for CFPB Director Richard Cordray to respond to a letter proposing a delay in the implementation of the new TILA-RESPA rule is rapidly approaching. The deadline—Friday, April 17—will be closely followed by the mortgage industry in particular.
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6 Key Tips for a More Youthful Appearance
If you want a fresh new look, you’re in luck because NAWRB has compiled the most effective makeup tips to keep you looking youthful. We also pinpointed which looks to avoid since they can add years to your age. Check these out:
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Discussing the CFPB Compliance Implementation
NAWRB Government Relations Chairwoman & CEO of Arista National Title, Irma Delgado-Trikas, will be discussing the CFPB compliance implementation effective August 1st, 2015, and how this change will affect all individuals working within the housing economy. Please dial (949) 209-6642 for the SheCall.
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House Payments Surpass Rent in Affordability
According to a RealtyTrac report titled Residential Rental Property Analysis, 76 percent of the U.S. counties surveyed in the first quarter of 2015 found that it is more affordable to pay a monthly house payment for a median-priced home than a monthly fair market rent for a three-bedroom property.
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Top Spring Colors for Interior Design
The Pantone Color Institute has released its top color insights for spring 2015. Each season, Pantone releases its choices for trending colors in the fashion world. However, these colors can transcend into the world of interior design. From cool blues to refreshing oranges, explore the rich colors of the spectrum to add a new twist…

