Government regulator lets BofA mortgage off the hook 3 years early
The 2023 order, aimed at ensuring collection of information about applicants' race, ethnicity, gender, wasn't scheduled to be lifted until 2028. Regulators say bank has fulfilled its obligations
by Matt Carter Jun 25
Court denies CFPB's request to vacate fair lending settlement
Judge declines to reopen case and vacate settlement with Chicago mortgage broker Townstone Financial, calling the request 'a Pandora’s box the court refuses to open'
by Matt Carter Jun 12
Court tosses redlining suit sparked by mortgage broker's radio show
Regulators alleged statements made by hosts of Townstone Financial's call-in show discouraged 'prospective' African-American applicants from seeking mortgage loans
by Matt Carter Feb 8