Judge Blocks DOGE From Laying Off 90 Percent of CFPB
CFPB employees secured a temporary reprieve from layoffs after a federal judge's ruling, highlighting ongoing legal challenges against the Trump administration's actions.
NAMB supports CHLA proposal on loan officer compensation
The NAMB advocates for a return to common-sense regulatory approaches that distinguish abusive behavior from today's transparent and consumer-focused lending models.
The CFPB's proposed rule for privacy protection faces opposition under current director Russell Vought, highlighting tensions in consumer data protection.
CHLA argues the current loan originator (LO) compensation rules have made it harder for lenders to compete, discouraging long-term borrower relationships and impacting low-income lending.
Mark Paoletta, the CFPB's chief legal officer, confirmed in a federal court filing that the reason for vacating the rule stemmed from an immediate lawsuit from the Bank Policy Institute.
CFPB seeks rescission of pandemic-era mortgage servicing rule
"The existence of temporary procedural safeguards ceasing applies once a servicer initiates foreclosure proceedings as of January 1, 2022, reflecting changing regulations post-pandemic."
MBA urges overhaul of mortgage rules in letter to OMB
The MBA's response emphasizes the need to roll back certain regulatory measures it believes hamper the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of the mortgage industry.
CFPB rescinds 67 guidance docs, including mortgage policies
The CFPB has rescinded 67 guidance documents, impacting mortgage regulations, aiming to reduce compliance burdens and enforce existing laws without creating new obligations.
There's a new enforcement playbook for mortgage lenders
The CFPB's decision to reduce supervisory exams by 50% while shifting focus toward non-depository financial services indicates changing regulatory approaches in the mortgage industry.
A DOGE aide involved in CFPB cuts owns stock prohibited by ethics laws
Ethics experts have advised that Kliger's position and stock holdings raise significant concerns regarding potential conflicts of interest and violations of federal ethics laws.
How to avoid credit card late fees now that they're back
The Texas judge's ruling earlier this month came a day after major industry groups announced they had reached an agreement to throw out the $8 late fee cap.
New Details Emerge on Trump Officials' Sprint to Gut Consumer Bureau Staff
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau saw nearly 1,500 employees terminated following a federal appeals court ruling, drastically reducing its staffing during ongoing legal disputes.
CFPB freezes nonbank registry rule after industry pushback
The CFPB has decided to pause its proposed rule that would require nonbank entities to report enforcement actions, focusing instead on pressing consumer threats.