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The National Association of Mortgage Brokers Celebrates Tremendous Successes During its 33rd Annual Legislative & Regulatory Conference

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024
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WASHINGTON, April 17, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The National Association of Mortgage Brokers (NAMB), the first and only national volunteer-led and membership-driven organization representing the interests of mortgage brokers and home buyers since 1973, is thrilled to announce its 33rd annual Legislative & Regulatory Conference (LRC) which was in Washington D.C. April 15-17, 2024 was a massive success for its membership and lawmakers.

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  • "Today's lobbying efforts did not go on unnoticed by congressional lawmakers.
  • Additionally, during the conference NAMB hosted its Diversity Equity & Inclusion Day which featured speakers from Freddie Mac, National Housing Conference and UnidosUS.
  • Panelists and NAMB members held critical discussions on the real issues minority homeowners face in today's market.
  • "We were thrilled by the transparent discussion created within our DEI Day and look forward to a broader agenda and more speakers driving increased dialogue around these topics throughout 2024 and 2025 leading up to NAMB's 34th annual Legislative and Regulatory Conference in 2025," added Saunders.

The National Association of Mortgage Brokers Hosts 33rd Annual Legislative & Regulatory Conference

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
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WASHINGTON, March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The National Association of Mortgage Brokers (NAMB), the first and only membership-led and volunteer-driven organization representing the interests of mortgage brokers and home buyers since 1973, is pleased to invite its members and all mortgage professionals to attend its 33rd annual Legislative & Regulatory Conference in Washington D.C. April 15-17, 2024.

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  • Only volunteer-driven, national organization representing mortgage brokers to host members of the U.S. Congress, FHFA, HUD and additional national thought leaders
    WASHINGTON, March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The National Association of Mortgage Brokers ( NAMB ), the first and only membership-led and volunteer-driven organization representing the interests of mortgage brokers and home buyers since 1973, is pleased to invite its members and all mortgage professionals to attend its 33rd annual Legislative & Regulatory Conference in Washington D.C. April 15-17, 2024.
  • "One of the many ways NAMB has delivered value to its members and the marketplace for 50 years is through its critical legislative & regulatory efforts.
  • To register for NAMB's Legislative & Regulatory Conference, please follow this link .
  • Conference attendees will hear directly from many lawmakers and regulatory leaders during the event including:

CMHC Announces Housing Research Award Winners

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Thursday, February 29, 2024
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The Housing Research Awards recognize Canadian housing research, research training, knowledge mobilization and outreach activities that are impactful and innovative and help to build and sustain Canada's culture of research-based housing knowledge across key fields, including the social sciences and humanities, health, and technology.

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  • The Housing Research Awards recognize Canadian housing research, research training, knowledge mobilization and outreach activities that are impactful and innovative and help to build and sustain Canada's culture of research-based housing knowledge across key fields, including the social sciences and humanities, health, and technology.
  • Thank you to all of those who submitted their work for the 2023 Housing Research Awards, and congratulations to our winners.
  • This is the highest Housing Research Awards honour, recognizing a significant research contribution that helps us achieve our aspiration to make housing affordable for everyone in Canada.
  • CMHC contributes to the stability of the housing market and financial system, provides support for Canadians in housing need, and offers objective housing research and information to all levels of governments, consumers and the housing industry.

Virginia Governor's Housing Conference to kick off on Wednesday in Hampton

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Monday, November 13, 2023
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HAMPTON, Va., Nov. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- 

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  • Youngkin to speak at the VAGHC Housing Awards Luncheon on Nov. 16 ~
    WHAT: The 2023 Virginia Governor's Housing Conference will kick off on Wednesday, Nov. 15 at the Hampton Roads Convention Center in Hampton, Virginia.
  • The three-day conference is the largest and most comprehensive housing and community development event of the year in Virginia.
  • Governor Youngkin will speak at the beginning of the Virginia Governor's Housing Conference Housing Awards Luncheon.
  • WHERE: Hampton Roads Convention Center | 1610 Coliseum Drive, Hampton, Virginia 2366
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Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta Announces 2023 Director Election Results

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Monday, October 16, 2023
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ATLANTA, Oct. 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --  Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta (FHLBank Atlanta) today announced the results of the 2023 director election.

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  • ATLANTA, Oct. 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --  Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta (FHLBank Atlanta) today announced the results of the 2023 director election.
  • The Bank conducted an election to fill the member directorship for South Carolina, and two independent directorships representing members across the FHLBank Atlanta footprint.
  • “We are also pleased to have director Rucker return to the board, and I am grateful to continue representing my home state of South Carolina as director,” added Dunlap.
  • He also has served as a director for Piedmont Technical College Foundation and was a founding director for Ten at the Top.

Steve Thomas Launches Minority-Owned National Correspondent Lender

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Wednesday, October 11, 2023
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CHICAGO, Oct. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Stephen Thomas announced the creation of FutureWave Finance, a minority-owned national correspondent lender, of which he is the President and CEO. The culmination of many years of planning, FutureWave partners with investors to serve the needs of lenders by offering a product suite intended to drive the future of the mortgage industry and expand home ownership across the country.

Key Points: 
  • CHICAGO, Oct. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Stephen Thomas announced the creation of FutureWave Finance, a minority-owned national correspondent lender, of which he is the President and CEO.
  • FutureWave Finance is a trailblazing minority-owned, national correspondent lender.
  • Steve began his career as a Naval Officer in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii and is a 1992 Navy ROTC midshipman graduate of the University of Pennsylvania.
  • "I've known Steve Thomas a long time and if anyone can deliver the leadership and drive to change the mortgage industry and provide home ownership opportunities, it's Steve.

Stephen Thomas Joins Board of Directors for Fay Financial

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Thursday, August 31, 2023
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TAMPA, Fla., Aug. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Fay Financial, an integrated real estate services provider, announced that Stephen Thomas has joined the Board of Directors for the firm. Thomas brings diversity and a wide range of industry experience to his new role with Fay.

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  • TAMPA, Fla., Aug. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Fay Financial, an integrated real estate services provider, announced that Stephen Thomas has joined the Board of Directors for the firm.
  • Thomas brings diversity and a wide range of industry experience to his new role with Fay.
  • Stephen Thomas has joined the Board of Directors for Fay Financial, an integrated real estate services provider.
  • "Fay Financial has the vision, infrastructure, and executive team to accomplish some amazing things in this space and I look forward to working with the Board to do even more."

Non-profit and private sectors join forces to address Canada’s rental housing crisis

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Tuesday, August 15, 2023
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Ending homelessness and achieving the right to housing requires a healthy rental housing market and supply of deeply affordable and supportive housing that does not exist today.

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  • Ending homelessness and achieving the right to housing requires a healthy rental housing market and supply of deeply affordable and supportive housing that does not exist today.
  • We are doing this because we, too, recognize the profound need in this country for more rental housing.
  • The National Housing Accord: A Multi-Sector Approach to Ending Canada’s Rental Housing Crisis, which we contributed to and are pleased to support, addresses the issues affecting rental housing in a practical and achievable way.
  • Its 10 recommendations to government are common sense and will make an immediate difference, especially with all sectors in the rental housing sector working together.

Atlanta BeltLine Kicks-Off a Digital Inclusion and Smart Cities Initiative Aimed at Addressing Urban Issues and Connecting Communities through Technology

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Wednesday, August 16, 2023
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ATLANTA, Aug. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Atlanta BeltLine, Inc. is kicking off its digital inclusion strategy and announcing the partners for the organization's first smart cities demonstration project. Smart cities projects use digital technologies in urban areas in a strategic and inclusive manner to improve quality of life for residents.

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  • Smart cities projects use digital technologies in urban areas in a strategic and inclusive manner to improve quality of life for residents.
  • It's part of a pilot project with Fortune 500 and local businesses to address urban issues such as access to food, technology and wellness.
  • Atlanta BeltLine and eX² Technology will transform two areas along the BeltLine into smart city pop-ups, showcasing pilot technologies.
  • The Atlanta BeltLine has more dark fiber available and is looking for additional service providers who can provide technology to end users.

loanDepot Responds to Anthony Hsieh's Proxy Contest

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Wednesday, February 8, 2023
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IRVINE, Calif., Feb. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- loanDepot, Inc. ("LDI" or the "Company") (NYSE: LDI) today announced that Anthony Hsieh has stepped down as Executive Chairman, pursuant to a mutual agreement unanimously approved by LDI's Board of Directors. This action was in light of Hsieh's decision to run a proxy contest against LDI through his nomination of a director candidate outside of the governance process overseen by the Board's Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee. Hsieh will continue to serve as Chairman of the Company's Board of Directors.

Key Points: 
  • This action was in light of Hsieh's decision to run a proxy contest against LDI through his nomination of a director candidate outside of the governance process overseen by the Board's Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee.
  • Hsieh will continue to serve as Chairman of the Company's Board of Directors.
  • We question why he would pursue a disruptive proxy contest to install his nominee when Mr. Ozonian has already been, and continues to be, under evaluation.
  • Our focus remains on following good corporate governance practices, fulfilling our fiduciary responsibilities and driving the long-term value of loanDepot."