CFPB

What Will Donald Trump Do as President? Step One: Dismantle Dodd-Frank

By Candy Evans / November 10, 2016 /

We know that president-elect Donald Trump, as a businessman, probably detests regulations as much as any other business owner. While protective, some go too far and tack on extra costs to consumers. You really need a balance — enough law to protect the consumer and punish morons who prey upon the unsuspecting, but not enough…

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My Big Fat Closing Mess: CFPB Changes Are Here, LegacyTexas Title Has What You Need to Know NOW

By Candy Evans / October 5, 2015 /

“The nine most terrifying words in the English language are: I’m from the government, and I’m here to help” – Ronald Reagan If your clients are asking why the sales process of their home is so different than the last time they traded residences, tell them this: the single largest implementation challenge to hit the housing…

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How Will CFPB Rules Affect Your Closing? Brittany Washington of Community National Title Answers

By Joanna England / August 20, 2015 /

On Oct. 3, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s “Know Before You Owe” rules will go into effect. This has made some real estate agents a little nervous. How can they avoid delays? How can they manage their clients expectations? We wanted to get the low-down on how the new rules will affect closings, so we…

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