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Mortgage & Home Finance

There are many paths to owning a home, and banks are prepared to help customers safely navigate whichever path they choose. Whether by advocating for commonsense lending regulations or educating consumers on their options, ABA helps banks and their customers navigate today's mortgage environment.

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Current residential lending regulations can restrict choice, eliminate financial options and force a standardization of products that make it difficult for community banks to meet their customers’ needs.

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26th Annual ABA Real Estate Lending Survey Report

ABA's 26th Real Estate Lending Survey had the participation of 180 banks. Data was collected from March 6, 2019 to May 6, 2019. About 70% of participating institutions had assets of less than $1 billion.

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How Do Consumers View the Mortgage Application Process?

When it comes to the largest financial decision most consumers will ever make, 60% prefer to apply for a mortgage in person.

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SVP, Real Estate Finance, Mortgage

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VP, Commercial Real Estate & Finance, Mortgage

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Mortgages Email Bulletin

Get periodic updates on legislative and regulatory developments affecting mortgage lending.
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Mortgage Markets & Lending Technology Committee

Monitors developments in both the primary and secondary mortgage markets and makes recommendations on legislative and regulatory issues.
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GSE Policy Committee

Analyzes policy positions on issues affecting the role of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, and makes recommendations to GRC and the Board of Directors.
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Federal Home Loan Bank Committee

Monitors the mission, governance, operation and risk management of the FHLB System, and analyzes the impact of proposed changes in legislation and regulation.
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Mortgage Network

An online forum for mortgage lenders. Discuss your top-of-mind issues, ask questions, and connect with your peers.
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Discuss flood compliance challenges with your peers.