Data Privacy Vault
Access a comprehensive list of insightful articles explaining the implications of data privacy matters addressed by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s final rule under Sec. 1033 of the Dodd Frank Act, as well as a host of other topics related to federal regulations meant to protect consumers’ personal financial information.
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Keys to Real Estate Podcast
This industry-centric podcast hosted by October Research Chief Knowledge Officer Mary Schuster features in-depth conversations for anyone interested in deepening their understanding of the real estate ecosystem.
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Tuesdays with Mary blog
A place for honest reflections and meaningful conversations from all around the real estate and consumer finance industries, and life. Each week, take a closer look at the trends shaping our work and the lessons they reveal about leadership, growth, and connection.
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Section 1071 Compliance Guide
Our compliance guide for lenders subject to federal small business lending requirements is designed to help law-abiding organizations stay on top of any and all developments that could impact their regulatory obligation under the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s final rule implementing Sec. 1071 of the Dodd-Frank Act.
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eClosing Solutions Showcase
Today’s eClosing solutions streamline the transaction process end to end, making for closings that are efficient, safe and comply with changing state regulations. Find the one that's right for your business.
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Executive Interview Series
Our editors interview industry leaders from across the real estate industry to educate and empower viewers to strengthen their business and enhance their position in the marketplace.
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Lender Associations
Here you will find connections to our partners in mortgage lending and credit union associations across the country.
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The Dodd-Frank Act:
Here, you can find each of the 16 Sections of Dodd-Frank along with helpful summaries.
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Dodd-Frank Summary & History:
Wondering how the Dodd-Frank Act became what it is today? In this section you'll find a brief yet thorough history of the Act and a summary of what the extensive Act does.
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Court Actions:
Here you will find federal and state court documents as provisions of the Dodd-Frank Act are debated in jurisdictions around the nation.
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Enforcement Documents:
The agencies that are charged with overseeing and regulating sections of the Dodd-Frank Act will, from time to time, use administrative enforcement to ensure that the law is being carried out. You can find those enforcement documents here broken down by agency.
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Guidance Documents:
Agencies that write implementing rules and administer federal statutes release guidance documents that help firms understand how the regulations apply in everyday circumstances. You will find those guidance documents here.
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White Papers:
Here you will find white papers (authoritative reports or guides that isolate and discuss a particular issue) written by agency and industry members.
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Position Papers:
Here you can read position papers on specific issues that are important to those in the industry.
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Legislation:
You can access Dodd-Frank related legislation here.
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Regulations:
Several federal regulators will utilize the notice and comment process to promulgate hundreds of new rules under the Dodd-Frank Act. Here you will find notices and advanced notices of proposed rulemaking, along with final rules and interim final rules.
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Reports, Studies and Surveys:
Here you will find reports and studies from the Government Accountability Office; the agencies that are charged with overseeing certain sections of the Dodd-Frank Act; and industry participants.
Regulations:
Several federal regulators will utilize the notice and comment process to promulgate hundreds of new rules under the Dodd-Frank Act. Here you will find notices and advanced notices of proposed rulemaking, along with final rules and interim final rules.
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Federal Register Notices:
After a federal agency proposes a new regulation or decides on a final rule, it will publish notices in the Federal Register. You can find those notices here broken down by agency.
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