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In support of ongoing negotiations for pandemic relief packages, NAR recently sent a letter to Congressional leaders outlining key issues for REALTORS®, consumers, and the real estate industry.
The House of Representatives extended the SBA Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) through August 8, 2020.
H.R. 2 combines significant investment in surface transportation and mass transit, broadband access, water infrastructure and affordable housing.
NAR joined a coalition of housing, finance, and consumer groups requesting an extension of the FHFA's comment period on its proposed capital rule.
NAR sent a letter to the Housing Appropriations Subcommittee for HUD's FY2021 budget, requesting additional funding for fair housing and housing counseling.
In this holding the CFPB Director now serves “at will” and can be fired at the discretion of the President.
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) announced a new pilot program that allows businesses to seek clarity on regulatory compliance obligations through a request for an advisory opinion (AO).
A number of financial entities with different business models have sought entry to the Federal Home Loan Bank system due to its low cost of funds and other advantages.
NAR submitted a comment letter to the Federal Reserve advocating for expansion of the Main Street Lending Program to 501(c)(6) organizations.
The SBA and the Treasury released updated forgiveness forms and guidance for PPP loans, based on the changes made by the "PPP Flexibility Act" signed into law on June 5.
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