On August 11, a multidisciplinary group of Alston & Bird lawyers hosted the webinar “The Impact of COVID-19 on Mortgage Servicing Rights and Servicing Advances.” Participants were Karen Gelernt and Katrina Llanes, Finance practice partners; Matthew Mamak, Corporate Transactions and Securities practice partner; and Nanci Weissgold, Financial Services & Products practice partner. The webinar addressed […]
Mortgage Servicing
House Financial Services Committee Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations Holds Hearing on Mortgage Servicers and CARES Act Implementation
A&B Abstract: On July 16, 2020, the U.S. House Committee on Financial Services’ (the “Committee”) Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations (the “Subcommittee”) held a hearing to discuss mortgage servicers and their implementation of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Stability Act (“CARES Act”). On May 4, 2020, Chairwoman of the Committee, Maxine Waters, sent a […]
Delaware Governor Issues Order Modifying Restrictions on Residential Foreclosures and Evictions
A&B Abstract: On June 30, 2020, Delaware Governor, John Carney, issued a Twenty-Third Modification (the “Order”) to the Declaration of a State of Emergency (the “State of Emergency”), initially issued on March 12, 2020. The Order became fully effective July 1, 2020. The Order addresses a number of issues that impact residential mortgage loan servicers, […]
State Courts Require Strict Compliance with Foreclosure Procedures
A&B ABstract: In response to the economic fallout of the COVID-19 pandemic, state executives and legislatures have seriously restricted residential foreclosures and evictions. These restrictions have included requiring forbearance for private mortgage loans and placing moratoria on foreclosures. While these restrictions generally apply to residential mortgages lapsed in the wake of the global pandemic, they do […]
Fannie Mae Updates COVID-19 FAQ’s Related to Servicing
A&B ABstract: On June 30, Fannie Mae updated its “COVID-19 Frequently Asked Questions” as part of an ongoing effort to provide guidance to lenders and servicers in connection with the ongoing COVID-19 national emergency. The updates address retention workout options and incentive fees, among other topics. Foreclosure Suspension Fannie Mae has updated Question 3 to […]