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March 19 · Industry News »
Administration Launches Consumer Site For Homeowners Seeking Relief
The U.S. Department of the Treasury and the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced today the launch of a new Web site for consumers seeking information about the Obama Administration’s Making Home Affordable loan modification and refinancing program. MakingHomeAffordable.gov offers features including interactive self-assessment tools that will empower borrowers to determine if they’re eligible to participate and calculate the monthly mortgage payment reductions they could stand to realize under the Making Home Affordable program. more
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New Consolidated Plan Better Supports Community Investment Decisions
Mercedes Márquez, HUD's assistant secretary for community and planning development, outlines changes to HUD's Consolidated Plan. These changes are intended to streamline the application process, making it easier to comply with requirements. In addition, the expanded data and new mapping tool will serve as resources in analyzing local need and targeting strategies to address local challenges.
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